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    Little Native Coffee

    4.3 (52 reviews)
    InexpensiveCoffee & Tea, Bakeries
    Closed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    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.

    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.

    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!

    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:)

    Cozy and cute indoor area
    Kristelle B.

    If I were a local, Little Native Coffee would probably be a favorite! This cozy coffee shop is just inviting with its calming green interiors and how chill the whole atmosphere is. My iced vanilla oat latte was around $6 but it was huge for the price! Also very well made and creamy. They have a huge outdoor patio as well. Enjoyed my time here and thank you for the amazing coffee!

    The best coffee spot in Raleigh!

    The space has soul in every corner.. very cozy and great place for studying. Definitely the best coffee in Raleigh and probably ever. You can tell it's locally owned because the syrups are all homemade and made with intention when they are prepping their specialty coffee menu! It changes seasonly so I feel like I get new options every time I go!

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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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    9 months ago

    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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    Visiting from out of town and found this very cute place. Awesome lattes & cookies :) I would for sure visit again!

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