Undercurrent Coffee is a cool spot at Optimist Hall in NoDa. They have options for not only coffee,…read morebut also for food and it's pretty good. Service was really good and the staff was attentive, even when they were busy. They have nice size counter area for ordering and you can sit in multiple areas in front of the coffee shop or around Optimist Hall. Definitely give them a try if you're in the area or at Optimist Hall!

Nice selection of drinks and a seasonal menu. Staff was friendly. Would like to try other locations…read moreto see but my cortado was tasty.

Third time was a charm for us. We were striking out with coffee shops. We had great service and…read moremediocre coffee then terrible coffee and ok service. And finally, we found Wildroots. The location is on the lower floor of an office building. It has an adorable retro/vintage 70s Flower Child vibe. The ambiance was relaxing and inviting. Now on to the matters of caffeine. The espresso was perfect. Something we had not had since our arrival. Cortado was great, drip coffee was great, and their latte.... Let me tell you about their latte. I had a carrot cake with cream cheese cold foam. I asked for half the syrup. It was delicious, perfection, amazing. One day I had it hot, the next I had it iced, both were incredible. If I were guaranteed not to go into a sugar spiral, I would drink the cold foam straight. Now I'm preparing to go back tomorrow. Update: We came back two more times before we left NC. No regrets! We finally found an amazing coffee shop and that was important. Also, they make a fantastic Cloud Matcha AND they often watermelon seed milk aka MILKish. This is a game changer. The milk was tasty, with the tiniest but of sweetness, but no sugar or carbs. I don't know how they did it, but I'm here for it and on a mission to find MILKish here!

This is such a cute coffee shop! I highly recommend coming here if you like to try different coffee…read moreshops with working spaces. The staff were really sweet and welcoming and the honey maple matcha latte is sooo delicious! It's a must try!

We visited another location of this coffee shop, and it was just as amazing! The location was…read moreperfect, and the inside was absolutely beautiful. I loved the upper balcony overlooking the shop, it made for such a cozy and unique atmosphere. The coffee was some of the best I've ever had, and the cinnamon roll from the bakery around the corner was the perfect treat to go with it. There was a great mix of comfy seating and tables, making it a wonderful place to relax or catch up with friends. The staff was incredibly kind, welcoming, and knowledgeable. This is definitely a must-visit coffee shop!

This is a cute coffee shop located below apartment buildings. It is the perfect size to accommodate…read morecustomers and those who desire to sit at a table and study or read. The barista was welcoming. She was the only barista at the time I ordered; however, her partner was in line to order drinks (I assume she was on break). As the partner saw the line grow she jumped back in to help. We ordered the lavender haze latte and chai with vanilla. We ordered the 24oz which is automatically iced. Reading is fundamental because my husband wanted a hot drink and I wanted to surprise him with a large size which turned the drink iced (meh). Anyway, the flavors were there!!!!! The house made syrups were amazing as well. I deducted a star because my cup had way too much ice. Otherwise, I will return.

Enderly Coffee Co. is such an AMAZING shop! It is warm, welcoming, and the lady who took my order…read morewas so kind, even though we arrived shortly before closing. The half-chocolate cookie was super delicious and my mom loved the tea! The atmosphere is very friendly and feels homey. (also Raeya is the coolest)

A great coffee spot! The coffee is flavorful, rich, and robust, and the staff is knowledgeable,…read morefriendly, and provides outstanding customer service. The Saturday cinnamon buns are absolutely amazing--light, fresh, and delicious! I also love the rotating specials, which always give me something new to look forward to. Highly recommend stopping by!

Love this Black-owned café in Uptown! The inside is cute and spacious with plentiful seating, and…read morethe staff are friendly and helpful. We ordered the bananas foster matcha latte and the Blue Note (blueberry lavender) matcha latte. Both were so so tasty. Warning: you may drink yours faster than intended! I also got a cinnamon crumb muffin, which came out warm and hit the spot. It was very peaceful on a Saturday morning, and a great place to relax, enjoy a well-crafted beverage, and work or catch up with friends.

Came in for a spelling bee event and left completely impressed. I ordered the All Black Everything…read moreMatcha (Activated Charcoal & Caramel) with oat milk -- loved it! Fair warning: the charcoal does create a unique texture, so first-timers take note. Someone at the event suggested the pound cake and honestly, best decision of the night. Served warm, perfectly glazed, and incredibly fluffy. Already planning my next order. The staff made the whole experience. They were fully invested in our event -- interacting with guests, hyping everyone up, even serving shots. Genuinely fun, genuinely hospitable. If you're looking for an intimate space that still has great energy for a group event, this is it. The space itself is adorable -- full length mirror for your fits, plenty of seating, and an upstairs area too. Easy yes from me.

Everything about Sumaq is a 5/5! The food was amazing, the pastry was great, the coffee was…read moredelicious. The inside of the store is adorably decorated. Fresh and clean with so many big windows, but also a back room if you want a quieter, slightly darker area. The service was great and they were very helpful in any questions we had. It feels like it's in a random part of town, but definitely worth the drive

spent some time in Charlotte the other day and decided to check out this little cafe for a quick…read morelunch. While I looked online I was surprised to learn that this place tries to stay in touch with their South American roots, so obviously I wanted to try it out! On the menu I saw plenty of drinks from coffees to matchas to chais and lemonades as well. Apart from that there were other options like baked goods and sandwiches. Once I got there the place was actually very packed but there was still plenty of room as well. There was also an outside patio for those who wish to sit outside rather than inside. The vibe was giving woodsy and green. So it felt very bright and welcoming in the shop. The staff was nice and took care of me quickly. I ended up ordering their pesto flatbread. It took a couple of minutes for me to get my order but nothing too long. The flatbread was overall really good. It had arugula, pesto, cheese, prosciutto, and cherry tomatoes on top. It was very filling as well. I would def recommend this place if you're in the Charlotte area! I will say that the prices might not be the "cheapest" but I think it's worth it.

Such a nice coworking space! Blueberry matcha was divine (texture was great- not chalky like some…read moreplaces serve it) and the avocado toast was seriously one of the best I've had... I mean look at all the garnishes! Whatever toasted crumbles they put on top absolutely complete it. They also add some sort of chili oil so it has good flavor. The baristas are extremely lovely as well!

Wow I've been wanting to go to this coffee shop for a while and am so glad I chose to come here…read moretoday. The space is beautiful with natural lighting. There is plenty of parking available too. I spoke with the friendly barista and he shared more about the store and roasting process. I'm somewhat a coffee snob and I am definitely coming back here. I tried the Ethiopia pour over and it had a nice finish - smooth and not too acidic.

Really enjoyed my visit here. The location is great, with plenty of parking, which makes stopping…read moreby easy. The space itself has a really cool industrial vibe and offers lots of seating both inside and outside, making it a great spot to hang out or get some work done. Their menu has a lot of great options, including seasonal drinks. I tried the Split Decision latte and loved that it wasn't overly sweet, it had a great balance of flavor. The breakfast burrito was also fantastic and made for a really satisfying meal. Overall, a great coffee shop with a welcoming atmosphere, good food, and well-crafted drinks.

Platform Coffee is for sure one of my favorite coffee shops! I love the food options because they…read morehave great breakfast items and great lunch items. Recently I went for a meeting and tried their avo toast and yogurt bowl. Both were delicious and different. As simple as avo toast seems...a good amount of places don't get it right. But Platform is now my fav avo toast in the city. The bread was crunchy but not too hard and everything was so flavorful and paired well. The avocado was perfect too! The yogurt bowl was simple yet delish!!! On another trip I tried one of their matcha drinks and really enjoyed it too. I never have an issue with parking or finding a spot to sit.