Cozy neighborhood café-bakery with a sprawling chalkboard menu and a pastry case that's hard to…read morewalk past. I went savory: a chicken salad croissant (flaky, generously filled, with a side of bow-tie pasta salad and a creamy poppyseed slaw) and a pressed caprese-style panini with tomato, mozzarella, and basil grilled to a deep golden crisp. Both solid, satisfying lunches. On the drinks, the cold brew made with Joe Van Gogh beans was great--smooth and well-balanced. The iced café au lait was acceptable, nothing memorable but it did the job. The bakery case alone is worth a stop: cannoli, cranberry almond muffins, strawberry streusel coffee cake, cinnamon rolls, brownies, and a rack of croissants. Friendly counter service and a comfortable spot whether you're grabbing a quick bite or lingering with a coffee. Worth a return visit. Prices are very reasonable.

After our morning run we needed a quick bite to eat so we stopped in for coffee , cinnamon roll…read moreand croissant sandwiches with a side of protein. Service and food were good . It hit the spot for sure !

This café is a real treat, but it can be a dangerous temptation! As soon as you step inside and see…read moreall those amazing pastries, you might find yourself adding a few pounds. Before you know it, you're thinking about what to eat or take home, and you were just there for coffee. Yikes! First off, all the pastries are made right at Asali. From what I understand, nothing is made outside the café. My favorite breakfast is their egg and cheese croissant. It's always just the right temperature. So good, you might even use your fingers to pick up and eat all the flakes that fall off. The staff is super friendly and even answers any questions you have about how they make their drinks. Speaking of drinks, you can pretty much get anything you want. Regular coffee, pour-over, all sorts of lattes--hot or cold. This is one of the reasons why I return time after time. The staff's ability to be creative and add some wow factor to your drink. Asali might just be the best cafe in the entire Raleigh area.

Asali Desserts & Cafe is a Middle Eastern cafe that serves baked goods and drinks. The inside is…read morefairly spacious and modernly decorated. They have so many pastries to choose from, ranging from macarons to cakes. They also have a small brunch menu. The service was fine and the items came out quickly. I got the Hazelnut Cheesecake Mousse and Breakfast Croissant. The Hazelnut Cheesecake Mousse had a stick blue fondant above it, which I think was mostly used for decor. I did not like it a lot so we took it off and it made the cake taste a lot better. There were not super strong hints of the cheesecake flavor, but it tasted fine. I wish the Breakfast Croissant had a type of meat in it, but it was still good. The croissant was very buttery and large. I would probably rate this spot a 3.5/5 stars if I could. The food I got did not impress me too much, but I would love to give them another shot and try their other pastries.

Stopped by Coffee Studio in Cary for lunch and had such a great experience! I ordered the Santa Fe…read moresalad with grilled chicken, and everything tasted incredibly fresh. The vegetables were crisp, the chicken was perfectly cooked, and the spicy ranch dressing tied everything together with just the right amount of kick. I also enjoyed a delicious coffee (and my fiancé had a regular hot coffee) which made for the perfect lunch pairing. The café has a welcoming atmosphere, friendly service, and quality food that goes beyond just coffee. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu. If you're looking for a fresh, satisfying lunch in Cary, this is a great spot!

Cute addition to Cary park. The drinks are always taste great and consistent…read more Aside from tea and coffee, they offer salads and sandwiches. Great place to work from home, they also have space in the back with more seating. Overall quick service.

Brecotea is a fantastic spot for bubble tea in Cary! Stopped by and picked up two large milk teas…read morealong with the Strawberry Cream Roll, and everything was delicious. The milk teas were smooth, flavorful, and refreshing, while the Strawberry Cream Roll was the perfect sweet treat--fresh, creamy, and absolutely satisfying. Great place to grab a drink and dessert, whether you're meeting up with friends or just treating yourself. Definitely a spot I'd happily come back to!

Grabbed coffee and a few snacks here recently and had a good time…read more First, the parking lot was pretty darn busy but we did manage to find a spot. I was shocked at how long the line was (at 2 PM!) but I guess people love their Brecotea :) The array of pastries, both savory and sweet, was impressive. My wife and I got savory options this time around and they were decent, but everything was pretty unhealthy and my chicken curry roll was definitely cold in the middle. We also got lattes and they were really tasty. There's a good amount of seating throughout the restaurant and it's reasonably comfy. By the time we left around 5 PM, it was much less busy, so maybe hit up Brecotea around then if you're interested in a more chill experience. Overall, we enjoyed ourselves and would definitely come back, although I may stick to the sweet pastries next time.

Such a cute place. good service! we ordered the French toast trio and build your own was good!read more

Stopped in this gem yesterday - what a great way to cure a Monday slump! Coffee/lattes were a hit…read moreand great service, their employee Callie was great- really knows how to not only make great beverage but also how to take care of customers! Check this place out- worth the trip!

With the weather sitting in that perfect sweet spot before the North Carolina summer heat takes…read moreover, I grabbed a seat outside and settled in with an Iced Vanilla Latte and one of Crema's famous Cragels filled with cream cheese. The latte was smooth, refreshing, and perfectly balanced--not overly sweet, just enough vanilla to complement the coffee. The Cragel was every bit as delicious as its reputation suggests: warm, chewy, flaky, and generously filled with cream cheese. A perfect coffee, a scrumptious Cragel, and ideal patio weather--what more could you ask for? This is exactly the kind of local gem that keeps me coming back.

Loved it. Went later in the day so there wasn't a big selection of pastries but the iced toasted…read morealmond latte was worth going for. Loved the coffee itself and the syrup put it over the top. Hard to find almond flavored syrup- will definitely go back. The cherry mocha wasn't as flavorful. A vanilla custard filled bun was shared with my friend and was tasty. It was not busy when we arrived, store was clean. Highly recommend for the coffee.

Tried the matcha latte with coconut milk this time and loved it. They told me the matcha itself is…read moreunsweetened and the sugar is added based on your preference, which I really appreciated. The flavor turned out perfect. The ambience is cute, and they also have outdoor seating, which makes it a nice spot to hang out.

I met someone for a business appointment and Java Jive Coffee and Tea was his choice of location. I…read morewas pleasantly surprised what a wonderful coffee shop this was. Their entrance led into a small but charming shop displaying local art treasures. Even though small, they made good use of the space with tables of varying sizes to accommodate single customers or small groups. The service was excellent and included bringing my order to me personally. I ordered a latte with almond milk and found the coffee base had an excellent flavor. The shop is close to local businesses but tucked in with smaller shops. There was plenty of parking which is a plus. I'll definitely go back the next time I'm in the area and try one of their food offerings.

This coffee bar is conveniently located next to and adjoining the Cary Theater. I visited while…read moreattending a matinee screening for Cinematic Summer School. It was a nice place to hang while waiting for the doors to open. I enjoyed a coconut iced matcha latte. The cafe space was comfortable. I enjoyed the swing music and the customer service was great. My matcha was refreshing.

I've been here a few times and for some reason every time I come the coffee is just not good. The…read moreworkers were all really friendly and made the drinks quickly, but paying $7 for coffee that just tastes bad kinda hurts.

After a recent escape room adventure, my wife and I decided to stop by Gamers Geekery & Tavern to…read morecheck it out and potentially play a board game. We both really enjoyed our experience! First, it's $10 per group to play as many board games as you want until closing, which isn't a bad deal. They had quite a few games available, and they were helpfully labeled with both suggested player count and board game type (light strategy, heavy strategy, family, etc.). The bar had a decent variety of draft beer options, and there were also numerous canned and bottled beers available. After playing Code Names for a bit, I decided to look at the food menu, and I ended up ordering some chips and assorted dips (guacamole, salsa, and queso) for myself. The server told me that he thought the guacamole was made in-house. I tasted it and I'm not sure that's true, but it was fine :) Overall, we had a good experience here and would definitely come back!

Lance and the team at Gamers Geekery & Tavern are amazing! I hosted my son's graduation party…read morethere and they were exceptional to partner with. From the special beverages to the food, to the support for the decorations, the team there (Carly & Kristen in particular) were amazing! My guests had an amazing time playing the games and everything was perfect! My son couldn't stop smiling from the moment he arrived until he left. THANK YOU, Lance and team, for making this a memorable experience - I will definitely be coming back!

Ich liebe Annelores deutsche Bäckerei!…read more I first got goodies from Annelore's booth at the State Farmer's Market in Raleigh. The Apfel (apple) turnover was delicious, as was the Heidelbeerkuchen (blueberry cake) and Zitronenschnitten (lemon bar). I saw a nice gentlemen there that day who I think may be part owner; based on what I see on their website I wonder if it was Herr Norbert. While waiting for another guy behind the counter to bag my goodies, I happened to mention (to who I think was Norbert) that I'm learning German, and he spoke some basic German to me! Which I understood - OMG, must tell my German teacher. A couple weeks later I needed to bring desserts to our monthly Book Club meeting, and Annelore's was my first thought. I decided to visit their actual store in Cary. Even though it's an hour away from home, I stopped by one day when I had to go to Raleigh for an appointment. An Annelore's employee helped me with selecting about six cake slices and 2-3 different bars, plus some German cookies. The inside of the store is very clean, and there are some places to sit if you'd like to eat there. The employees were kind and helpful (and patient, in my case, trying to decide what to buy for a Book Club group I'd never met in person). Annelore's German Bakery is a wonderful way to take care of your dessert needs and support a local business at the same time. If you need a dessert, cake, scones, or other treats for your home gathering, BBQ, church social, potluck, business lunch, or other event, I would definitely let Annelore's take care of that part for you! 10/10, highly recommend! SO good! Vielen Dank, Annelore's... Ich werde Ihr Geschäft bald wieder besuchen!

If you are downtown Cary, you have to check out this quaint German bakery. They do not use…read morepreservatives, so they cannot ship. This is the kind of place you need to experience in-person. Cookies, scones, pretzels, strudel, cakes and other German pastries. They have turnovers in savory and sweet flavors. We tried the mushroom cheese turnover, bacon potato turnover, ham & cheese croissant, apple strudel and apple lemon pie slice. They offer hot tea, but just give you hot water and pick from the self-service selection of teabags. They also offer coffee, but we didn't order any so I'm not sure of the options, like I said previously there is no menu board. Its a bakery, not a coffee house. My husband wanted brotchen (bread rolls) but didn't see any on the back bread wall rack. I told him to just ask if they had any in the back. The lady said she could bake 1 or 2, so he asked for a dozen, and she said it would take 20 mins. We got a dozen of the brotchen and loaf of rye bread to go. Quaint and simple. Most tables sit 2 chairs, but you can pull up a 3rd if needed. They have 2 individual, unisex bathrooms for customers. We were in town to stop by and visit with a friend. We will definitely come back to try more yummy treats.