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    Little Native Coffee

    4.3 (56 reviews)
    InexpensiveCoffee & Tea, Bakeries
    Closed 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Shakira W.

    I saw someone post about this coffee shop on TikTok and had to come visit. It wasn't what I expected walking in, it was SO MUCH CUTER! It gave Speakeasy vibes with a touch of a study. I had their seasonal flavor of Gingerbread cookie Latte (hot) and it was everything I thought it would be and more when I saw the flavor. It tasted like gingerbread cookie in a cup. I loved it. I also had a ham and cheese croissant, and she warmed it up for me so you know it was even more delicious because who doesn't love a warm, crusty croissant. It was such a great portion, perfectly flaky, and kept me satisfied for my road trip to Va and more. The service and vibe here will keep me coming back over and over. It's definitely a hidden gem with a hidden gem, because there's also a speakeasy inside of it! So cool! Go check it out! I can't wait to return!

    Samantha R.

    I was on a morning stroll downtown and stopped for an oat milk chia tea. Honestly it was the perfect sweetness, I didn't have to add anything to it and it came out at a drinkable temperature. This place is super adorable, they have indoor and outdoor seating that's both pet friendly. And the library is also a nick nack shop with locally made goods. Friendly service, there's usually one barista who makes everything fresh so there may be a well worth it wait.

    Matcha and coffee
    Akira K.

    Love the ambiance and drinks at little native. There is a cool secret hidden room as well. Baristas are always friendly.

    Ham and cheese croissant and two cold brews
    Hannah L.

    I was so excited to visit this little gem! There were some pros and cons. The vibe and aesthetic were dark green, cozy, and giving rainy day. It was on the smaller side, so we didn't feel comfortable staying too long as it was filling up. Unfortunately, I ordered a vanilla cold brew and added cream and sugar - and it was fairly foul. I was able to stomach a few sips and had to toss it. I'm unsure how it was so bad. It was also Saturday around 9:45 AM and they only had one ham and cheese croissant, when we wanted two. The shopping area was so cute and had some great local goodies (I actually got a fabulous little mug!) but it's on the shelves behind the chairs so I couldn't actually access most of it. I wouldn't discourage from visiting but unfortunately, I will not rush to return!

    Butterscotch Caramel Latte.
    Chris H.

    My son and I roam the Triangle looking for the best coffee spots. He actually found this one which is located just east of downtown Raleigh. It's nice, quaint and a bit eclectic. They have a speakeasy room through a hidden door in the bookshelf. Another patron mentioned that people reserve them for coffee and tea tastings. Interesting. Anyway, the coffee was very good and not bitter or over roasted. My son had some sort of flavored latte and he enjoyed it.

    Rafael B.

    Local GEM! Real cool vibe inside. Service always incredible. Feels like your VIP. Love to just come , sit and drink my iced coffee out back.

    Seasonal latte
    Bobbie C.

    Little native is becoming one of my favorite downtown Raleigh coffee shops. I love the design with all of the natural plants and the serene vibes of the coffee shop, plus they have an amazing outdoor patio space which is perfect for working or just catching up with friends. They make delicious coffee drinks, the perfect balance of flavor and strength. I love trying their seasonal lattes as they are always fun to enjoy and unique like the pistachio butter latte I got today. I do wish they had a few more food options in the shop but overall it's the perfect neighborhood coffee shop.

    Chai latte
    John B.

    It's a nice little space, but I was surprised that the people working there seemed drowsy. I was not there particularly early, and service was a bit laconic. I was also surprised that when I ordered a waffle off their menu, they acted a little baffled and had to check whether they had it. They did, and it was a nice waffle, but didn't come with any sauces or toppings as I'd expected. The chai I got was advertised with a house ginger syrup and that delivered on flavor and had a nice kick. Still, I was kind of underwhelmed with the experience.

    Lavender Latte

    This little coffee shop is beautiful and such a hidden jewel. Beautiful mugs that make it feel like every coffee is a splurge and a treat. The coffee art is on point. It gives off secret garden vibes. Loved the coffee and the barista/cashier were so welcoming and nice.

    Scone
    Dia T.

    This place is amazing! Unassuming charm! Reminded me of "unfortunate Events" vibe. Yes it's little with a few seats cozied together inside and a nice patio seating setting. The menu is small but has all the things u want, and the coffee was silky and yummy.. the scone was subtle and sweet goodness! The service was a 5 out of 5

    Iced banana latte with skim milk
    Liz F.

    Friendly baristas and good coffee. I got a banana iced latte and it was very yummy. The barista recommended it to me and it came out so fast! There isn't a crazy amount of indoor seating (maybe ~12 seats inside) but there is a very nice outdoor patio!

    Jennifer H.

    Quaint and cozy coffee shop with live plants hanging from the shelves and a small courtyard. There is a room with swivel chairs with bookshelves filled with items sold by local artists and a hidden room only accessible by a secret entrance. . I got an iced latte with oatmilk and sugar-free vanilla. Soooo good:)

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    Consistently great espresso and service. Super place for a quick cup and even better for reading a book amongst friendly staff and patrons.

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    Me and my husband didn't like the matcha, bits of clumps were in it. Not a very welcoming place. Never coming back anytime soon.

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    A potentially nice place ruined by the presence of some seriously unpleasant baristas. Also, they don't accept cash, which is weird.

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    Bittersweet

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    Bittersweet has amazing desserts and drinks. I've been several times and each time I enjoy what…read moreI've had. A solid go-to is their s'mores sundae which is sooo good! The chocolate brownie is thick and rich, but not too sweet, and the marshmallow cream is divine, especially with the ice cream. A lot of their drinks and gin based, which I'm not the biggest fan of, but I always find something I can enjoy. The service is great and relatively quick, and everyone I've met there is kind and willing to help. The inside is a bit small, so smaller crowds are better and it does tend to get crowded later in the evening and on weekends. The outside street sitting area is nice too and hopefully will be fully fixed soon. Overall a great places to stop for drinks and desserts after a nice meal! And the menu rotates seasonally so you'll always have the chance to try something new!

    My wife and I stopped into Bittersweet last night for dessert, and the whole experience was…read moreexcellent. As soon as we walked in, we met Brandon, and he immediately made the night better. We were honestly a little overwhelmed by all the options, but he gave us an extremely thoughtful and knowledgeable walk-through of the menu, helped us narrow down drinks, and absolutely crushed the recommendations. The desserts were great, the drinks were even better, but Brandon was easily the highlight of our experience. He was kind, helpful, sharp, and clearly knew exactly what he was talking about. Five stars all around. We'll definitely be back.

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    4.4
    (234 reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    This was place was AMAZING. The parking was so convenient with parallel spots and a parking deck…read moreright next to it. And the interior was just so cute, I couldn't get enough of it. The server was super friendly and was well informed on what is on the menu. And the wait wasn't too long, especially with ordering a meal. I got the salmon bowl with rice, and trust I will be back to get it. The flavors were amazing and the rice was cooked just right.

    I went to bloom for an early dinner. I was not alone in finding this place a true coffee shop where…read morenearly everyone had a laptop out, so I felt at home to work as well. The decor is nice. Minimalist but chic. Clean. Not too loud or noisy. You can get service at your table. Everyone was nice. It's not totally like a traditional waitstaff, as they don't come by as often, but still helpful and around when I needed something. The cocktails were good - I had the honey bourbon smash. It was well made. So much so I had two! For food, these are shareable small plates. Morning truly felt like a meal. The food came out fast and was hot/fresh. I had the crab claws, crispy shrimp and dumplings. The crab claws were delicious. Lots of them too. Served with bread I didn't use. The crispy shrimp were nice large shrimp and a spicy sauce with rice. I ended up using the rice with the crab claw sauce. And the dumplings were ok but I didn't eat many of them. They were my least favorite. I would come back to enjoy coffee and breakfast, but doubt I come back for dinner.

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    Lucky Tree

    Lucky Tree

    4.3
    (164 reviews)
    3.3 mi
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    We had some time to kill and were looking for a non-chain coffee spot. This one was close by and…read morehad great reviews. So we decided to give them a try. We had a little difficulty finding it. GPS brought us to the parking lot behind the building. There isn't clear signage to direct you where to go. We managed to find our way up the stairs and into the building. There are a number of businesses located inside. Lucky Tree is super cute. It's set up to encourage working, with plenty of charging spots all around. There is a variety of seating, from long wooden tables to smaller individual areas. We ordered a chai latte and golden milk latte, both with oat milk. Both drinks were good. Fyi there is a separate entrance from the side that takes you directly to another smaller parking lot.

    I decided to try this out for a quick coffee stop while in town for a conference. The service was…read morefriendly and quick! I tried the breakfast bagel bites, which were soft and warm. I loved the cheese on top! I was not a huge fan of the flavor the almond flour gave them but it was not overpowering. I would probably get them again! They had a lot of options as far as specialty lattes but I am glad I went with the Vanilla Maple. I was worried that the maple flavor would be too much but it complimented the vanilla well. The inside was VERY well decorated, and I would've loved to stay and do a little computer work! I could see myself coming by and sitting down for a quick brunch, meeting up with friends, or staying for a work session.

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    Cool light fixture made of bottles
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    Iris Coffee Lab

    Iris Coffee Lab

    4.4
    (153 reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    Always enjoy a new to us coffee shop when traveling. Iris is a great little place. Interior is…read moremostly white which provides great light even on a rainy day. They have outside seating on the sidewalk as well which makes it fun to people watch. You have to come down stairs to enter, which was not a problem for us, but made me wonder about those who might have trouble. Is there another entrance? The service was great. Super friendly and quick. Had the cortado as it is my go to drink when trying a new spot. The beans are more on the fruity side .... I prefer chocolate or vanilla note beans. But it was lovely and hit the spot. Served in a glass which I love!

    Incredible coffee, and I loved the aesthetic! I got the strawberry creme latte (hot version), and…read moreit was fantastic! My partner got the iced version--which was somehow even better than the warm version. I don't like my coffee drinks too sweet, and they struck exactly the right balance. It tasted like there was real strawberry (and not just a super-sweet syrup). Unlike many coffee shops, they gave us a number to bring to our table, so we didn't need to stand around and wait for our coffee to be ready. Instead, they brought it to our table for us. This was such a nice touch! There's a good amount of seating inside, but we sat outside since it was such a nice day. Can't wait to go back & try an iced americano or drip coffee to try out some of their different roasts.

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    Morning Times

    Morning Times

    4.2
    (694 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    This downtown Raleigh stop really came through when I was craving a breakfast sandwich!!! LOL…read more The staff was very friendly. Service was prompt. It's a small space but there's plenty of outdoor seating (and I believe there is additional indoor seating next door). Loved my bacon, egg, and cheese croissant! Added a nice fruit salad too. Just love the vibe of this part of downtown Raleigh!

    The morning times was a weekly if not daily staple in my life for 10+ years, after moving away from…read morethe city 3 years ago, every time I would come into Raleigh it would be my first stop and it would always feel like home seeing the same familiar faces every time. This morning, I walked in and saw not one familiar face there, and I've come to learn all the staff walked out simultaneously weeks ago. After getting to know many of the staff over the years of frequenting there, anything to make every staff member walk out at the same time has to be big enough to leave a sour taste in your mouth. Am truly sad to see such a Raleigh staple not see the value in the community their staff created. Cheers to Joe, Brennan, Brett, amber, and all of the others past a present (shout out Tim and Casey and Jackie!) for their place in our lives over all of these years! If you are looking for a coffee nearby, jubala (pendo), black & white (videri), heirloom are all great options (and sir Walter coffee and 42 & Lawrence are decent and close)

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    Black and White Coffee

    Black and White Coffee

    4.7
    (75 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    On travel for work and wanted a place outside my hotel that i could do some work and this place fit…read morethe bill. Staff were very warm and welcoming; easy to have conversations with. I got a hot americano first which was fantastic; i use this as a base measure for how well a shop pulls shots without having to completely sacrifice the drink if its subpar. I then grabbed an espresso which was perfectly balanced and easily drinkable; no need for sugar to offset bitterness; appropriate temperature; served in warmed ceramic shot glass. I also grabbed a baked good which was also great, i wouldve preferred it warmed up, although admittedly, they probably could have if id asked. There is a large amount of outdoor seating but inside seating is limited as well as outlets for work. Luckily it wasnt busy when i arrived and was able to find a spot to get setup. Will absolutely be coming back and recommending this place to others.

    The perfect coffee roaster might actually exist -- and it might be Black & White Coffee Roasters in…read moredowntown Raleigh. I'm a big fan of lighter-roasted, funky, expressive coffees, and Black & White absolutely delivers. Their roasting style leans into vibrant, fruit-forward profiles, and they do it with confidence. The downtown Raleigh location is fantastic too. It's right in the middle of everything, making it a great stop for a date night, meeting up with friends, or just dropping in for a quick but exceptional cup. Their seasonal menu was small but mighty -- just a couple of options -- but the kind where every drink looks so good you wish they'd never rotate them off the menu. I started with the orange cardamom flat white, and it was perfect in every way. Beautifully presented and incredibly balanced. The espresso, milk, orange, and cardamom all complemented each other without any one flavor taking over. It was nuanced, aromatic, and just a joy to drink. For my second drink, I ordered a Rodrigo Sanchez pour-over, a co-fermented Colombian coffee labeled with passion fruit notes. It was everything I want from a pour-over -- bright, juicy, and expressive, with the kind of sweet stone fruit and berry notes that make light-roasted coffee so exciting. Black & White continues to prove why they're one of the most respected specialty roasters around. If you love adventurous coffee with huge flavor and careful execution, this place is an absolute must-visit.

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    Entrance of the main road
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    NoRa Cafe

    NoRa Cafe

    4.5
    (207 reviews)
    9.8 mi
    $$

    Just wanted to take the time to clap for the staff here…read more I've only been here twice now. But both times the service was SO fast. I came here on a week day and it was packed but the kitchen seemed steady. Their service is very stream lined with pagers for food orders. There is a lot of seating but it also seems to be a place where a good chunk of people come to work. They have a library inside as well and the books at the time were all $3 ea. Today I came and it's a Sunday. As expected they were SLAMMED. Line to the door of people waiting and line to the door of people ordering. I still got my coffee in less than 5 min. People waiting on food were getting theirs in similar time. The staff was killing it! They have a large selection of baked goods (lots of laminated dough), fast casual breakfast & lunch, and a huge coffee menu. They also have gluten free options for food and about a dozen gf/df baked goods. They said they have separate prep space and changed gloves for gluten free food but it's a shared oven. I didn't have any issues though. To who ever is managing your kitchen and staff, you're doing a great job. To the staff, hats off Highly recommend this place for a light breakfast and good coffee, or just a good place to hang out on your laptop.

    Needed a latte for my drive home, I got the chocolate turtle decaf latte and it was delicious. It…read morepaired chocolate, pecan and caramel to make the perfect road trip drink. The space was packed on a beautiful Friday morning. A lot of people working and connecting over coffee. The library space was super cute too! I snapped a photo and sent it to a colleague for a potential event venue in the future!

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    Iced vanilla oat latte and rosemary olive English muffins with bacon and pimento cheese - lifewithhanny
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