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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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

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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3 out of 5 for the coffee, minus 2 out of 5 for the service. This is a case of a few bad apples spoiling the basket. 75 percent of the workers are decent enough at their jobs. There are two in particular who are not; Donovan (pony tailed guy) and Emory (short curly haired blonde). Between them, they have refused to serve me in favor of flirting with other customers, played around on their phones after taking my order and ignored me, handing me broken cookie crumbs in a bag and charging full price, underfilled my drink and acted uppity when I asked them to fill it properly, and scowled at me from across the room for as long as I've been coming in for no discernable reason. I got so tired of it I had to start sitting outside to get away from it, but the passive-aggressive hostility hasn't slowed down. This is just not acceptable. I've complained multiple times over the last few months, but nobody has taken action to rein in these two individuals' behavior. Since there is no manager on duty, there is no adult to keep them in line. I have officially reached my limit. I recommend that you walk the other direction if you see these either of these two, unless you enjoy condescension. I certainly will be, as I have no interest in paying money for this kind of treatment. Their attitude is an insult to me, their own place of work, and their more capable co-workers. read more

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

The atmosphere makes this place! It is very artistically pleasing and has their own homemade chocolate. All the ingredients in their pastries are clean. As a body builder I am always cautious of what I eat because it can upset my stomach. All the pastries have the ingredients shown and are made fresh. Gluten free options as well. The drinks have milk substitutes which is a win for me since I'm lactose intolerant. I had a chai latte with almond milk and their Banana Cashew Bar. Both were delicious and not too sweet. The Bar was a big portion and well priced (my picture shows half of it. Delicious !)All their pastries were 2-4$ and make fresh and with clean ingredients. Can't get better than that! I still need to try their homemade chocolate and their coffee which I have been recommended. read more

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Overall a great place to hang out or work, but it is time for the owner(s) to replace the old green chairs. Basically sitting on springs at this point, not to mention they are pretty low to the ground compared to the table read more

Lucky Tree is a hidden gem right across the street from Meredith college! There are so many parts of this place that I love. Lucky Tree has delicious coffee and baked goods, but that is not where it stops! It also doubles as a local art & gift shop! While you are waiting for your latte, you can shop some high quality and unique items. I also love the seating area. There are big communal style tables and also little cozy corners with hip furniture! The staff is top notch and super welcoming! My only two drawbacks: 1) Bathroom: They don't have a bathroom in their space and you have to walk into an indoor mall type space to get to it. Make sure to ask where it is so you don't get lost like me! 2) Parking: If you come here on a Sunday during the NFL season, you will have a hard time finding parking. There is a New England Patriots bar next door and an insane amount of people crowd it! Come any other time, you will not have a problem parking! :) Definitely put this of your coffee shops to check out! You will not be disappointed! read more

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Loved the decorations and vibe! And my coffee was very warm and cozy like this place :) I have been thinking of this place since I last visited it. I also loved the jewelry and art you could buy. Perfect coffee shop to stop at on my birthday! read more

TLDR: Great place for interesting coffee mixes and teas. Super granola (in a great way), and not for those who are into super sugary drinks (e.g. Starbucks). Not necessarily an every week coffee shop, but a great place to go with a friend. Location: Solid parking options off of Hillsborough. If you want to meet a friend for coffee and don't want to deal with parking in downtown or move deeper into Hillsborough street where parking is much more difficult, this is a great spot. There is garage parking available as well but usually you can easily find parking. This feature of Lucky Tree honestly is one of my favorite parts. (E.g. if you want to have a quick business coffee / meet up you don't want your counterpart to be struggling to find parking in the precious lunch hour). Coffee: Not really a place if you are into hardcore pour overs / dialed in espressos and drip coffee made w/ a refractometer. BUT, awesome place if you want to try interesting coffee blends that don't entail syrups that come out of pre-bought plastic jars. They make their own vanilla / mocha. I usually like the beans to be the thing that shines, but their blends are subtle and they use great ingredients. *** key thing to note *** if you do love that syrupy sweetness of Starbucks and love sugary drinks, this isn't the place for you. If you like subtle flavors, then this is your spot. Next thing I want to try: Eventually want to try their oatmeal -- they sell it in the store as well and have several different options in store. read more

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Lucky Tree is a great spot on Hillsborough Street (near NC State's campus and across from Meredith College.) They offer great coffee options as well as specialty lattes. All of their baked goods are gluten-free and very reasonably priced. My favorite is the Vanilla Cranberry scone. There is often a live musician which adds a nice vibe but can be loud/distracting if you are going to work. Also, the seating can be difficult during the day if you are going to stay for a while. read more

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Went into the lucky tree this morning. purchased one of their vegan muffins and cashew bar. As she set it on the counter, a cockroach crawled out of the bag onto the counter. I called the girl over and she was kind of freaking out. I swiped it on the floor and stomped on it. She didn't ask me if I wanted a different muffin or my money back. She was in a state of panic, asking her coworker for help. I just got my change and left and threw the muffin and cashew bar in the trash.Have been here several times to get coffee while working on the local railroad. The service has always had this underlying Bohemian snobbery to it. Coffees good but I'm not quite sure the cleanliness standards are up to par. place seems to have a pretty steady clientele. I will not return. read more

I definitely loved the vibe of this coffee house. The decorations are adorable and it felt cozy as soon as I walked in. I ordered a cappuccino, which was very delicious. The muffins and scones looked tasty and I look forward to trying one next time. I was bummed that there were no seats available inside; every table was full. I suppose that is a good problem to have. It seemed like a popular place for students to hang out and do their class work. I was also hoping for a nice ceramic mug for sipping my cappuccino, but there were only to-go cups and lids. The service was quite friendly though, and I'll be visiting again for another coffee-fix. read more

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Finally discovered a Cafe with, professional, efficient, friendly Staff. Remember your name and order before your inside .Ambiance, is Artsy, Creative, relaxing with acclected soft volume, so one can talk, undertand, studi and relax. Thank You! read more

Went here during their open mic night to watch a friend sing. We ordered a few items and were pleasantly surprised! I love how quirky the place is! The drinks were great and so were the chocolates we ordered. Definitely excited for the next open mic night to try more foods! read more

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Excellent coffee & muffins. Coffee was great & you get a lot of bang for your buck which is always nice.

Love love love! Gluten free kitchen ! Try the golden chai. It's absolutely delicious and addicting.

Fun coffee shop with local crafts and goodies for sale. Definitely a louder spot, so probably not the best place to study but better to meet up and chat. Coffee was okay, but price and size was good for a local shop. read more

I came to Lucky Tree and LOVED IT!! Best coffee shop in the Triangle! Emery took my order with a smile and Donovan made me the best maple latte I've ever had. They sell local art and I was able to snag a GORGEOUS crochet crystal necklace made by a local artist. The owners are sweet and so is the vibe. I will be stopping by every time I come to Raleigh. :) read more

Super cute coffee shop! This place is my go-to when I work remotely. I'm a fan of their vegan options as well. There's also space in the back if you need to make calls of any sorts, which is what I did. I also find it relaxing to look away from my computer once in a while and at all the pieces of art and handmade jewelry. The coffee is ok but if you're not much of a coffee snob, you'll enjoy your time here! Would I go back? Yes, the next time I work remotely! read more

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Such an adorable spot that really makes you feel like you're supporting local. How local is local? There's local cow's milk on the menu. There are photos by local artists on the wall, and other wares and jewelry for sale. My gold tea latte with oat milk (don't laugh) was lovely. Spicy. Recommended. Parking was easy during off-peak hours. No need to go to the parking garage nearby. But I know what you're here for - the COVID-19 situation! Here are the facts: - Both employees behind the counter wore masks while taking my order. - There are social distancing markers (in the shape of hearts) on the floor. - There is a sign at the entrance that says masks are required. Here are my observations: - I visited on a Monday morning. There was a study group in the back with more than 5 people. They were huddled together; some wore masks while others didn't. - There is enough space inside to be socially distant from people... if they are nowhere near capacity. I saw a few singles spread out. They were not wearing masks and appeared to be reading/studying and not drinking any beverages. - During my visit, they left the door open, presumably for ventilation purposes. - The café takes up one unit of a building. The restrooms are outside the café (but still indoors) and the building asks that people wear masks when going there. However, I saw a man sitting in this area without a mask on. - There is limited outdoor seating outside the café (~3 benches). If you snag 'em, they're great for catching up sans mask. Unfortunately, no pictures for this business because I was doing a team meetup and it's not my job anymore. But I hope this review is fair and balanced enough for you to decide whether you'd like to visit during a global pandemic. read more

The combination of things that make up The Lucky Tree is like peeling the onion. The coffee shop seems to take center stage at first. With the usual offerings, it has all the options you would expect. They use beans roasted by a business in Durham. It is local. It is as you wait for your coffee you begin to notice the other things: the long coffee bar with the mosaic inlay, the almost garden table and chairs with strategically placed throw rugs. The tables are old maps in picture frames, a unique item that forces you to see what else may be hidden in plain sight. Then you notice the coffee table with a top textured to look like coffee beans. Or maybe it really is lacquered coffee beans. The ceilings are open, perfect for the mannequin on a swing hanging from the ceiling in back, the old ladder leaning against the wall holds the chalkboards of specials. Curious, whimsical, practical, all in one. Then the gift shop items catch your attention. The jewelry, the hand-made soaps, the t-shirts all locally made. And, finally, the art itself, again by local artists and some made with recycled/upcycled things. The large display table in the back has old sewing machines for its base. There are a few chairs along the sides and in the back as well -- if you can sit still long enough to enjoy it. The Lucky Tree used to be Lucky Pie in Cary. They've relocated to a larger space that gives them more room to display their wares, and a relaxed place to enjoy some coffee. read more

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OMG. Being vegan doesn't mean forget any flavor. The bakery items we purchased were like eating cardboard. It was absolutely horrid. We had the bite sized bisques and they were inedible. The oatmeal was disgusting. The coffee was not good. There was absolutely no flavor in nothing we tried. We won't be back. I am amazed it was as full as it was but I noticed no one was ordering food... there is a reason for that. read more

What a cute coffee shop! All the Instagram aesthetics y'all and the nicest staff. I lived in Raleigh for almost 10 years and I didn't discover this place until after I move away?! lowkey excited to visit again when I come back to Raleigh. During game days the parking lot outside will be full due to Brick House, but just go around the corner and there will be an undergrown parking garage (FREE), as well as, on a parking lot to other places nearby that are shared. Once walking in you're greeted by their giant wall of green picture frames, as well as, their organic bakery items. Unfortunately, they don't have any salty treats BUT lots and lots of sweet things to nibble at, as well as, oatmeal. I ended up getting tumeric, ginger tea...was nursing a hangover haha and had a nice chat with the current employee. She was so beautiful. There is also local art and handmade jewelry, so definitely check that out while you're waiting for your drink. I also so some people playing scrabble! I was so excited to see this because my boyfriend and I would always frequent Cup-A-Joe (THE OG) but always love finding other places to play board games at on a Saturday or Sunday morning. If I was attending Meredith college or still living near NCSU, I would definitely hit up Lucky Tree for a new meet up spot or just a beautiful aesthetic place to do homework or work. Come, enjoy and take in the beautiful scenery with a delicious warm beverage and amazing company. read more

Beautiful coffee shop and market. I had an iced strawberry green tea made with their house strawberry syrup. Very refreshing. Chill music playing. read more

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I'd say this is a hidden gem located in Raleigh. Think coffee and pastry shop (with tons of gluten-free, dairy-free, and Paleo options!) combined with trinket/vintage jewelry store. Walking in, I immediately felt a wave of happiness, seeing the pastry case filled with all these delicious cookies and bars. This time around, I wasn't super hungry, so unfortunately I wasn't able to try any of their food. However, I did order a small cold brew that tasted incredible! Not too acidic, which I like when I drink coffee, with a pleasant note of chocolate with every sip. Their cold brew was also super strong - so strong, in fact, that I ended up with a massive caffeine headache. (So worth it, though.) If only Lucky Tree had a location closer to my apartment in Durham... otherwise, I would love to come here every day to study or read with another cold brew in hand. read more

Very cool place when it comes to coffee, ambiance and staff. I just have a couple issues that put this in solid 3.5 territory. You would be hard-pressed to find a more charming setting. "Maud's," but not too many others. The whole gift shop scene is inviting and useful to just about anyone but me. Bowls, necklaces, etc. The wares look cool but I find them to be otherwise useless. There's nothing in here for me but coffee. The real drawback here is the horrible acoustics. The music (which is fine) sounds to be at the same level as the two women talking in the back corner, and they are a good distance away. I hear their conversation so well that, mixed with the music, it all sounds like a bunch of Charlie Brown teachers mumbling at once. The coffee is good to very good. My Mexican bean espresso had a distinct flavor and an almost immediate kick. The drip coffee was medium roast south American and it tasted fine enough. If I was gonna rave about anything here, it would be the cool, mellow baristas. A nice spot if I'm in the area, but I don't think i'll go out of my way to get here. read more

Both female baristas/register polite, great energy. Tried the Hippi latte savory in taste yet soothing to the palette like a hug from your grandmother. Ha let's just say I recommend. The cascarrabias tea refreshing. The green velvet sofa is my favorite to do work on or the rocking chair to the left of the bar. Good smelling candles, lip balm, and hand made jewelry is ok. Great vibe if you want to study, work, or even relax. The decore is from local artist. read more

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I came here to get some work done and get a coffee on a Thursday morning. I ordered a cold brew with oat milk (my usual). It was nothing special, but came out quick and with good service. I did not try any of their pastries, but they do have a large selection of delectable desserts. The shop has a lively vibe with a lot going on. There is art, jewelry, and such available for purchase. I went around 9:30AM and there was no line, but it was quite crowded. I was able to park in the back behind the building. Inside the shop there was no available seating and it seemed to be filled with college aged(ish) students. Overall it is a fun place to check out, but I prefer to get my coffee elsewhere! read more

If this review was on ambiance alone, this place would get 5 stars. Unfortunately, the espresso drinks are heavy on the milk with no other option than to use a to-go cup, and the pastries were lacking in flavor. Overall a let down read more

Their specialty lattes are delicious! The chai is absolutely perfect! Great baked item choices and a great environment Sometimes their WiFi is spotty (probably just because so many people are using it). Also a great place to read a book!! read more

Really good coffee. Delicious muffins and baked goods. Cool vibe. Pianist on a Friday morning? Yes!!

This place is super nice! It is half a coffee shop but they also sell art work and jewelry. I love to come to this coffee shop to get some work done as the work spaces are pretty quiet and the music they play is very inspirational. In general, the atmosphere there makes you feel happy and productive. The baristas are super friendly and the coffee and bakery products are both very good. I will definelty return. read more

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Cute, artsy coffee shop to get work done or meet with some friends. Good selection of coffee, tea, wine and beers. Lots of fun art to look at or even purchase to support local artists. There also tables available on the outside end (still indoors) to work if you don't find a table in the main room. They also have live music some nights. The staff are fun and very attentive. And a plus for this place is that they have a parking lot unlike some other coffee shops on Hillsborough street that don't and you have to circle around a 100 times to find parking on the street. read more

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My husband is a coffee snob... he has a coffee subscription service deliver freshly roasted beans that he grinds in the morning to make pour overs or French press... and he was impressed with Lucky Tree. I subsist on kcups and I loved my maple vanilla latte. Desserts here are allergen friendly! Perfect for my dairy sensitive, egg allergic toddler who likes trying tiny morsels of my food. I tried the scone and a lemon almond cookie-- you wouldn't be able to tell it apart from non-vegan, gluten containing treats. Lucky Tree also comes with a very aesthetically pleasing space, serene music, and kind, helpful baristas. It's no wonder that they boast such rave ratings-- more than well deserved! read more

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A great place to grab a cup of coffee and lots of bakery items (both savory and sweet) to choose from!

Parking: 5 Seating: 4 Outlets: 2 Menu: 4. (typical espresso and drip options with 7-8 flavor options) Food: 4. (pastries made in house 8-9 to choose from) Atmosphere: 5. (quiet but friendly) Music: 4 (chill and not too loud) Prices: $3.60 (latte with flavor) $3.35 cappuccino read more

Lucky Tree - Art Galleries Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I love the vibe of this place it's a great place to study if you want to get out of your apartment. Staff was very nice and got my drink for free because they took longer than expected. I wasn't in a rush so it didn't matter to me free is free. I didn't buy a tugging but it was nice to glance around at all the jewelry they had. read more

Delicious honey latte and vanilla maple chai. Chocolate chip muffins were very good. I cannot recommend the vanilla almond scones; the bits of chewy clove spice made it inedible to me. The art is charming and the atmosphere is conducive to studying, meeting a friend, or reading. read more