Omie's is a small hidden gem in Durham. This place has the best truly espresso/coffee forward…read moredrinks in the triangle. You can tell the quality of the drink and beans Omie's is high quality as soon as you taste it. I absolutely loved their fun and creative seasonal menu. I ordered the pumpkin pie brown butter latte, and it was so tasty. Normally, I have to ask coffee shops to reduce the sugar, but this drink was perfectly balanced. In addition, Omie's sells baked goods to complement your drink. There was a selection of tasty treats to pick from. One of my friends got a HUGE cookie, which looked absolutely delicious. As a fair heads up, parking and inside seating areas are limited. However, Omie's has done the most to maximize the space to make it a cozy place to sit. Pro tip- there is a little more seating to the left of the bathrooms, and there are several comfy spots interspersed throughout. Come for the good coffee, good vibes, and lovely service staff. I definitely know that I will be back!

Women-owned neighborhood coffee shop with a cozy, setup. Parking is very limited. The place itself…read moreis small, but there's an extended seating area next to a small grocery store where you can enjoy your drink. There was only one barista working, so there was a bit of a wait, but she was kind and acknowledged me while I waited. I ordered a flat white--it was well made with a distinct nutty flavor.

My first time trying Cocoa Cinnamon after hearing about it for years. I came with a friend. I got…read morethe Al Mokha and cranberry scone, and she got the vanilla bean latte and the morning bun. They source their pastries from Ninth Street Bakery. We both enjoyed our iced coffees and pastries. The inside seating area is small with a funky, industrial feel. They have a large patio with outdoor seating that has a good amount of shade, so you won't roast in the summer sun. It's the perfect spot to enjoy a morning cup of iced coffee with a friend. One quick note: finding parking in this area can be a little difficult and you may have to walk a little bit from where you park to the cafe.

I enjoy my experience here at Cocoa cinnamon but my latte wasn't the best?? Honestly, I could've…read moremade a better one at home... but I will say that I enjoyed the ambience. The atmosphere was pleasant. It was pretty busy me and my friend went around 9:30 am . The latte I had was the caramleto?

For a truly unique experience of coffees, teas, and other beverages this is the place to visit…read more With three locations to choose from they're easy to find! And it all started way back when being sold from a bicycle that was converted to dispense coffee! My spouse had an Americano and I had the Amalgamation cold brew tea when I saw someone walk by with it. He said it was very tart, but I thought I'd try it anyway. It's Very Heavy on the hibiscus tea, which is all I could taste, in spite of lemongrass, peppermint, orange peel, and cacaco nibs being in it too. I had some honey added, but that wasn't enough to temper the tartness so added some sugar, which only had a little effect. It wasn't until I added some half and half that it became better. That's my taste buds. Anyone else's may be different, but with or without the cream, it's a very pretty drink. We brought the cinnamon roll home to have later, but it smells divine. BTW, I love the small tables. Colorful and very intricately painted.

got this Al Mokha latte which had 70% single origin housemade chocolate sauce and cinnamon. it…read morewasn't on the sweet side so I didn't have to adjust for sugar! I loved it!! the latte art was beautiful too. I also got this sunbutter espresso oat ball and it was pretty good too! a bit crumbly and hard to eat but I really enjoyed it as a little sweet treat to start off my morning :) service was quick and friendly!

As another comment mentioned, the customer service is lacking at this coffee house. I walked in for…read morethe first time on Tuesday, 5/26 around 2pm. When I got to the register the woman working just stared at me. I said hello and she did not respond. At that point I should have left but I still ordered a chai latte which wasn't that great. As a local small business, customer service should be top tier. I feel like saying hello is the bare minimum.

I came on a Saturday afternoon to meet a friend. They have a good amount of indoor and outdoor…read moreseating, and the outdoor seating is covered so you don't have to worry about getting too much sun! I got a decaf espresso soda, which I always absolutely love! I also got a black and white cookie, which was fun. This is a great location in University Hill. I'll definitely be back!

DRIP COFFEE is great. I am a coffee snob and likey coffee black and plain so I can taste the…read morecoffee. Their drip is a single origin the roast, where they had Ethiopian Sidamo roast when I visited. It had the vharacteristic blueberry note as normal for the region. Way less expensive and much better quality than the big Star chain! The menu offers pour over coffee, which got me really excited. However the barista told me the pour over machine was broke. Machine? Pour over is literally just pouring water over the coffee in a filter. Weird. Apparently not real baristas. The BACON, EGG AND CHEESE BISQUIT was good. The bacon was thick, good quality piece of pork The place is clean, however the ambulance was felt a little like a cafeteria, and not as cozy as some coffee shops. They have many small tables, with some near power outlets for those that plan to plugin and work. The barista seemed depressed. They were definitely not greeting customers with a happy persona. I hope he is ok. Didn't feel welcomed. Overall, I would come back, but I didn't leave being wow'd.

Good morning. It's coffee time and the barista at Joe Van Gogh was able to make a perfect cortado…read morefor me today. It went well with the fig and goat cheese scone. Yes, a strange combination but it worked really well. A very comfortable spot that was just what we needed as we started to warm up to our first coffee of the day. Lots of seating, a very clean restroom and a laid back vibe. And great coffee! [Review 75 of 2025 - 4050 in North Carolina - 23643 overall]

I love this place so much! Gives you a cozy at home vibe with wonderful staff! My go to is there…read morematcha, so good and great quality, the color is vibrant! I love that they have dairy free options and especially vegan food options, my favorite has to be the vegan chili with garlic bread! This place is so nice to do work or come in and enjoy a morning:) They also host a lot of fun events and for something a bit strong than matcha and coffee they have great draft beers and wine collection!

Favorite cafe in Carrboro/Chapel hill area. The staff is nice and friendly. Space is great to catch…read moreup with a friend or some remote work or read with plenty of tables. Usually not too hard to find a spot whether outside,patio or inside. Danishes and pastries are tasty with my favorites being the cinnamon roll and blueberry cream cheese danish. Full bar with coffee and even adult beverages. Have only come in the morning but there's plenty of evening activities advertised!

Cute little cafe with nice drink selection in a great location. Coffee was tasty. The variety of…read moresandwiches our group got was all fine. Could have been excellent but nothing super memorable. Acai bowl ("protein bowl" on the nenu) was very fresh and tasty. Service was fine. Staff wasn't super busy but wasn't particularly welcoming. Sandwiches came out quickly but protein bowl, which is pretty much just a fruit bowl, for some reason took forever. Everyone had long since finished their sandwiches when it finally came out. No explanation or apology. We weren't looking for much, but staff probably should have said something, especially since we'd asked if it was coming soon. All in all I wouldn't be disappointed to come back, but there are so many great cafes, coffee shops and restaurants in Durham that I'd go to one of the other ones first.

Tucked into a corner with plenty of outdoor seating, this spot is convenient and welcoming. Street…read moreparking is easy, and there are lots nearby around Brightleaf, making it a quick stop to pick up a sandwich for lunch. It's also a nice place to spend a quiet, sunny weekend morning working or reading outside. Indoor seating is limited, and I can imagine it gets busy during the week when people stop in for a bite. It seems to be good a work space, with the fast wifi and even a printer set up. Service was friendly and fast. Their coffee uses high quality beans, and also offer bags of coffee beans from roasters like Black & White and Couture Culture for purchase. Unfortunately, their matcha (got the seasonal wild strawberry matcha) was very watery and lacked much flavor. Would definitely get coffee drinks in the future! Service: 5/5 Drink: 2/5 Atmosphere: 4/5

I have mixed feelings about JVG. I really enjoy their small shops, which are nice spots to work and…read morecatch up on email while having a good coffee or espresso and a sandwich. Overall, the espresso drinks I've had have been consistent. Nothing extraordinary, but good. Their breakfast sandwiches and burritos are quite tasty and are always on my short list for ordering. Between a coffee and a modest burrito, you're looking at $13. (Welcome to 2025, right?) My main issue is their regular coffee. I've tried their cold brew, American over ice, and others, but no matter what I do, I can't get a good cup of coffee that's bold rather than medium or light. I've ordered something I'd enjoy three times, but for some reason, it's never tasted great, and I end up not finishing it. That's a problem when I'm paying $4 per coffee. So, if you prefer dark or bold coffee, I wouldn't recommend this chain or this location. Bean Trader does a better job. Overall, it's a solid shop and seems to be a local favorite, but for those of us craving a very dark brew, I'd suggest looking elsewhere.

I've only ever been to the Joe Van Gogh location on Broad Street, and I was excited to try this…read moreone. The entrance was pretty hard to find; it is actually at the back of the building, but if you drive all the way around you should see it. It was very quiet when I came in on a Wednesday morning and I was able to get a lot of work done. I was a little sad that they charged extra for nondairy milk here because they don't at the other location, but I suppose $.25 isn't bad considering other places charge a dollar. Aside from that, no complaints! The baristas were super friendly and my drink was ready in no time.