We had some time to kill and were looking for a non-chain coffee spot. This one was close by and had 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. read more

I decided to try this out for a quick coffee stop while in town for a conference. The service was friendly 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. read more

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Lucky Tree is one of the best places in Raleigh to grab a cup of coffee, enjoy a pastry, and truly relax. With bar-top seating, couches, tables, and chairs, it offers a welcoming environment to work, study, or find a bit of end-of-day calm. This place also holds personal nostalgia for me. I recently released my book Purple Rose: The Stars Carry Her Name -- Letters from Me to Her, a collection written for a woman I love living in Raleigh, and I was able to write some of those love letters and poems right here in this lovely café. Lucky Tree regularly hosts open mic nights for musicians and poetry-focused events, and the owners are deeply involved in the local arts scene. Through these events, I've met artists, authors, and incredible people--and I've even shared my own work from my above mentioned book here. Overall, this is a truly unique and beautiful shop. The food is always fresh, the staff is vibrant, polite, and genuinely helpful, and the atmosphere shifts naturally from lively to quiet and relaxing depending on the events taking place. Top-tier shop and easily one of my favorite coffee spots in Raleigh. And yes--the coffee is really good. read more

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Went to Lucky Tree for the first time to catch up with a friend over coffee and I really enjoyed my experience! When I told the batista it was my first time there and to give a recommendation, he suggested the honeysuckle latte since I enjoyed matches and it was delicious! Also the barista made me laugh when he told me Cup a Joe was nothing compared to them (however I will always fondly remember Cup a Joe's 7 shot coffee that got me through midterms and finals week back in 2013). Environment was also really nice, with a relaxed feel and unique interesting furniture. I see people holding group meetings and studying here as well so it seems like a great place to meet up and get things done! Also appreciated the parking availability behind the shopping complex, which had plenty of open spots on a weekday morning. read more

super cute! they sell local art and goods, which I like. the staff was kind of serious, and I walked around while waiting for my drink, but they didn't call out my name or anything. I don't know why. The matcha I had was good, but not the best I have had. It is a good atmosphere and close to NCSU campus. read more

Stopped at Lucky Tree after an early morning run with Urban Run Club Raleigh. This is an adorable juice, smoothie, açaí, breakfast spot right in the center of Moore Square. I got the iced strawberry hibiscus tea, very light and refreshing! read more

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First spot in North Carolina and it's super cute! Stopped by here because I liked the name tbh and it was nearby so I thought why not. All ingredients and coffee is organic and they use natural sweeteners which I love. They also sell a bunch of cute things. Art, jewelry, wallets, souvenirs, etc. I got the honey suckle latte with almond milk, which is a matcha latte which I got warm but maybe it's because I had it immediately and 25 mins before closing. My mom got the chai tea latte with agave and it was delicious!! It tastes like Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal milk but make it cleaner. I really liked that one. The cafe is super cute, the decor is bohemian and nature-y. I love the different chandeliers they have and the music is light but nice which makes it a nice place to have a nice conversation or even read or work. They put the baked goods away but I was told that they would bring them out if I liked which I really appreciated. We were served by Smurthy and she was so lovely. Definitely gonna come back to really spend more time here. PS: love the staff outfits. So so cute read more

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Pleasant and welcoming staff. The environment is casual. I attended the Free The Mic at Lucky Tree and I enjoyed the event. Free the mic showcased so much talent from guitarist, saxophonist and pianist. There were singers and lyricists who also grace the Free The Mic sharing their creative work. Lucky Tree was also celebrating their 10 year anniversary during my visit. I enjoyed a blueberry cider during this visit. All of the baked goods are gluten free. I look forward to returning again even if it's just to lounge and work virtually from the space. Lucky I do recommend Lucky Tree for a coffee fix or the Free the Mic experience (every 2nd and 4th Mondays! 7-11 P.M.) if you're ever in the area. I do not recommend sitting in the couch. These cushions needs replacing and hopefully this will be improved. read more

I had the Honey Latte and a strawberry muffin, and both were delicious. The staff was really nice and there's plenty of seating. I was able to get some work done, though the seating isn't the comfiest if you plan to stay for a while. The vibe is cool overall and there's even a little shop at the entry. I'd definitely go again. read more

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What a cool coffee shop off of Hillsborough st! loved that they also were selling local handmade items and goods. The drinks were very reasonably priced compared to other coffee shops in the area. The inside is spacious with lots of seating. Our drink came out within a few minutes of ordering. I would rate the drink a 4/5. read more

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I'm such a huge fan of Lucky Tree. I don't make it over there as much as when I was in college but it's always so nice when I can grab a coffee and work. It's a beautiful space and they have great coffee and baked goods for you to enjoy. They also have jewelry, soap, candles, and other trinkets for purchase. It's also such a funky space with a lot of seating. Parking can be tricky if you go later in the day because they share a lot with other businesses. read more

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This place was great! In an old factory style building that has been converted into a mall. Tons of great looking drink options. I got a strawberry soda (with flavor made in house) which was so good! My husband got a latte which he also enjoyed. The perfect place to chat with friends on a nice afternoon! read more

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We stumbled on Lucky Tree Café by chance after strolling around Raleigh Market this afternoon. And honestly, it made our day. The Lucky Tree is a cozy little café right across the street from Meredith College. It is part coffee shop and part art gallery. We ordered an iced coffee, a hot chocolate, and split a chocolate chip cookie. All three were incredibly tasty. The staff here, three women and two guys this afternoon, could not have been nicer. They were super friendly, and customer driven. A live pianist was playing while we were here today - that added even more so to the vibe. We loved the entire experience at Lucky Tree. We will definitely be back! read more

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Found this cute coffee shop/bakery while out doing errands, and it came in clutch! Such a beautifully decorated spot with lots of natural light. I definitely wouldn't mind spending a day reading here. With a vast menu of baked goods, and delicious drink options (they have seasonal drinks as well), I had a hard time deciding. Decided on the honeysuckle latte with oat milk since I was in the mood for matcha. The matcha was a little grainy, but tasted pretty good. Loved how the interior sells locally made/crafted goods! Also left with a couple of soap bars, since I couldn't resist. Would definitely recommend this spot if you're in the area! read more

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This place has a nice vibe the moment you walk in. The merch is local artisans work. The decor is unique but best of all, my iced Hibiscus Latte with Matcha was refreshing on a warm day. The cafe is located right by a large sports bar but you would never know it. Will be back! read more

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Got tinnitus from being in there. Your workers could sue for unsafe working conditions for such extremely loud construction happening there. Even patrons, if anyone has the nerve to go get checked out. I'm sure I got hearing loss from being exposed to someone using power tools all afternoon. There's no assumption of risk here, no one would expect to be exposed to deafening levels of decibels of someone using power tools at a coffee shop, and I know it's not a worker doing this because it's a sunday, so it has to be someone's pet project over there. It's beyond annoying, my ears physically hurt and they're ringing. Honestly, I should go get checked out and serve you papers. Fucking inconsiderate. read more

Sort of an artsy, inviting, grass roots kinda vibe when you walk in. There is the option to purchase art, pieces of jewelry, coffee by the bag, etc. I enjoyed my iced chai. read more

Very cool coffee shop with lots of creative upcycled art pieces. There is a lamp over the counter made of coffee cups and coffee filters. There's table with gift items like handmade jewelry. Friendly employees, good coffee, really great overall vibe. If I lived in the area, I'd be a regular. read more

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What a cute place! Greeted by the sweetest group of guys who were kind and attentive and I must say made the BEST chai tea I've ever had! Creamy, spicy and full of love! read more

Loved the Moore Square location! Easy access to marbles childrens museum for a caffeine hit! The owners were fantastic and great to talk to. Coffee was delicious! read more

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I got a muffin and coffee. The coffee is pretty good, but I wasn't super impressed with the muffin. The atmosphere is cool, but they definitely need more seating options. read more

I really do not know what the hype is here. I've been several times and I don't know what it is but the flavoring of the iced lattes is just disgusting. At first I really thought I could get passed it as just being different. But the more I have tried it it's truly just disgusting. I've also tried the breakfast bites a few times and they are SO DRY. Like crumbly overcooked dry. Every single time. Really disappointing considering how the reviews rave about this place but I just do not see it. read more

Although the food was good, it took an exceptionally long time to get served and then get our food. I expressed my allergies and they made it wrong the first time. The restaurant wasn't very busy(imo). Once the right food did come out it was good. My friend enjoyed her (non vegan Mexican mocha and her jam) I had the cauliflower chorizo. read more

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Super cute coffee shop and crafty gallery of homemade items like jewelry. Yummy vanilla maple latte and picked up a Christmas ornament too!

This place was so cute! Plenty of seating, and you can even sit in an extra hallway at the back of the store. I ordered an iced vanilla maple latte with oat milk. My friend had hers with regular milk, and we both agreed that the aftertaste reminded us of cereal milk. Next time I really want to try one of teas that looked amazing. read more

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Lots of space if you're looking for a spot to spread out and study or work. I love their breakfast bites!

Atmosphere: Lucky Tree is a quirky, artsy coffee shop with great decor. In addition to pastries and drinks, they sell art and other fun trinkets. There is a decent amount of seating inside. The shop gets nice natural light during the day while having a more warm, moody vibe closer to nighttime. Service: The baristas were very nice! We were trying to order the Honeysuckle Latte but due to some confusion, they gave us a Honey Latte instead. When we pointed the mixup out, they quickly and kindly gave us the correct order with no issues. Food: The Honeysuckle Latte was one of the most unique and flavorful matcha lattes we've tried! The latte was sweet but not overpowering, with notes of the earthy matcha flavor still presenting itself. The latte was made with care and purpose, which showed in its taste and texture! Overall: Lucky Tree's environment and our delicious drink made for a great experience at the shop. It is a relaxing, cozy spot to study, read, or hang out with friends. We'd easily recommend Lucky Tree and would come back again in the future. read more

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The staff was very nice and the service was fast especially for quite a packed house. Full of handmade local art, picked up a birthday card and some stickers for a friend while I was there. The espresso was flavorful and not burnt. Me and my friend had an amazing time. Lots of lovely seating and amazing decor. read more

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my favorite place to get matcha. everyone is always so kind and makes my drink the best! read more

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Love this place. The coffee is always good. The tomato basil biscuit bites are a nice way to start the day. The staff is always cool. The interior is really cute. And they always have a lot of neat little things for sale read more

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Love this coffee shop, great latte, creative healthy pastry and captivative decor. It gets crowded at times.

Nice cozy coffee shop. Friendly staff. Good coffee. Had and americano and an almond cashew bar- yum! Neat local art on the wall. Great ambiance. Music playing but not overly loud. Nice environment. read more

Returned to lucky tree this month (finally) and continue to recommend this establishment to others. This time I ordered iced Earl grey tea and a banana nut muffin. Their baked goods are gluten-free and the banana nut muffin is AMAZING. It is so soft and moist. The iced coffee and tea were bland. They did steep the tea long enough, however, it tastes very watered down. Similarly, the iced coffee tasted diluted. Our order was accurate, although they were out of watermelon cider so apple cider was subbed (per our request). The atmosphere continues to be eclectic and welcoming. We recommend this establishment to others! read more

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A few months ago I made a list of coffee shops I wanted to visit in the area & this one was on the top of the list. Partially because the reviews I saw were amazing & it seemed like such a creative artsy space. When I first arrived there were three people ahead of me in line. I watched as the barista was super friendly with them all, gave suggestions, and seemed kind. I spent my time browsing around all the items they had for sale, some of which were so cool- rings, mugs, knitted hardware, earrings, little gift sets, etc. unfortunately when it was my time to order the barista wasn't very kind and walked away before I even finished paying. Keep in mind I was using apple pay. She mumbled something about my drink being out or something while walking away. anyway, I ordered the honeysuckle latte which was matcha and honey. I had it made with whole milk. I liked the latte, just wished it was a little sweeter. However I didn't feel comfortable asking for more honey or anything for the latte. The two stars are for the awesome space- how unique and creative it is! As much as I liked the latte I wouldn't go back because of the customer service. read more

Such a gem...I've loved this business since it was located downtown Cary many years ago.. It's eclectic and unique with great finds, art, coffee and treats. My Lavender latte was so yummy with my cashew bar. Definitely recommend for a morning cup of Joe, a sit and chat etc... read more

my best friend and I love catching up here to do bible study and grab a delicious iced matcha and snack, the berry oatmeal is great too and Christian the fellow that makes the drinks is so kind read more

I'm a fan of Lucky Tree! It's a spot I've heard about for awhile but kept forgetting about it. They are located over by NC State. They are also super close to my dog groomer so it is the perfect spot to grab a coffee and get some work done while I wait for my pup. I have to say their Vanilla Maple latte is one of my favorite lattes, ever! I'm a sweet latte person and this latte is super flavorful, smooth, and just overall delicious. If you are into flavored lattes I highly recommend it. I've also tried their chocolate mocha latte and while it was tasty it definitely isn't very sweet (which they tell you in the description). I haven't tried any of the food items but they look great. Seating varies depending when you are there. I've been in when nothing is available and when you have the pick of the place. This coffee shop is interesting since outside the shop in the main building there are a ton of additional seating options. If you wanted to study with a group it is the perfect spot, you just have to step into the main building. Parking is easy, you may just have to walk a bit. They have a garage behind the building, but Lucky Tree is just on the opposite side. read more

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This might be my favorite coffeehouse on Hillsborough St. The music here is fantastic, but the coffee is even better. I am a sucker for the honey latte. It warms me right up and keeps me motivated to finish my work. Parking here is easy, and there is an ice cream place next door if you have a sweet tooth. If you are looking for a good place to do some homework ro read, you have found the perfect spot! read more

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Yummy wheat free deserts at a very reasonable price. Really great atmosphere and decor.

Looking for recommendations on places to read and someone suggested Lucky Tree. I honestly had no idea they were there after driving by dozens of times. Lots of parking. Wouldn't recommend for a quiet place though. Was a bit noisy. read more

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