What a hidden gem. Delicious food with extremely generous portions. Eggs were fluffy. French toast…read morewas perfect. Chicken and waffles were absolutely incredible. Overall super cute breakfast spot with friendly staff.

Nice big omelette that was really good as was the service. Next time I want to try their lunch…read moremenu. Definitely will be back.

Best baristas in town! Friendly and they make a great cup of coffee! I tend to order lattes but the…read moredrip coffee is tasty too. I've been here many times and there's always something new to try. This visit I ordered the special Lovers Latte, with raspberry flavors. It was not overly sweet but just right. Still a good espresso base with just a touch of flavor. The vibe is friendly and easy going here. You can get in and out quick or stay to study, as many do. It's clean, parking is fairly easy and there's seating indoors and outside. They even have a coffee bag vending machine out front now. That's pretty cool.

The rare and coveted Stevie K Legit AF designation applies here. This is my favorite coffee…read moreroaster in the Triangle and we have some excellent ones in the area. I am a pour over junkie and look for coffee shops that have it and also brew pour over had home daily. These are the best beans around. I will often drive 20 minutes to Wake Forest just to get some. Whether you're wanting a great cup of coffee at their cafe or want to brew your own at home, it doesn't get any better than this! I recently bought a bag of Esteban Zamora and it was one of the most amazing cups of coffee I've ever brewed. Imagine a great cup of coffee with hints of cinnamon and apple pie but without being sweet and beautifully enhancing that warm, roasted goodness. I love the downtown Raleigh location too. They have a great courtyard patio to hang out and enjoy a cup of coffee when the weather is nice.

This place is so artistic. It's really a fun place to chill and get a great cup of coffee…read more I got the honeycomb latte with whip and it was perfectly sweet. The espresso was just right and balanced out the sweetness of the honey and toffee. The baristas were all so friendly and kind. The pastries looked amazing as well but I didn't grab anything this time. Next time I'm in town I'll definitely try something else! My friend got a cold brew with a splash of coconut and it was also really nice and mellow. The price was super affordable! The upstairs is really cool. It looks like a nice place to study and relax. We will definitely be back!

Every Saturday I visit a different coffee shop, and this week I chose Wake Forest Coffee Company…read more Wake Forest Coffee Company is located in historic downtown Wake Forest on White Street. It's nestled in between many other shops on White. It's spacious with several tables and chairs, a great place to meet a friend, read a book or get some work done. They have outdoor seating as well. The service is great, everyone is friendly and excited to help. They have several options: coffee, teas, matcha, hot chocolate, smoothies, frappes and a variety of pastries. I ordered a Nutcracker Latte, hot and a pumpkin muffin. The Nutcracker was pretty good and the pumpkin muffin was excellent. I'll definitely go back and try other menu items!

Always delicious! The bagels are so good, never toasted!…read more The cream cheese flavors are amazing and the protein coffee is very good as well. Highly recommend!

Bagels: 10/10 Crispy outside, warm and chewy inside. Flavor…read morewas amazing too! I got the jalapeño cheddar, everything, and cinnamon sugar bagels. Lavender Honey Latte: 10/10 Decaf with oat milk. Perfect! Staff: 10/10 Amazing customer service! I ordered some cream cheese and was surprised at the size (my fault for not looking at the display cups). Even thought the error was mine, they still tried to accommodate me. Very sweet! Cream cheese: 7/10 In the picture you can see the tiny containers. That's the small size , but the large isn't much bigger. The flavor (cookie butter) was delicious, but the size was not worth the price. It's definitely something you could make yourself, and for much cheaper.

The two sweetest young ladies helped me today. I stopped in to use my $5 off birthday coupon…read more Ordered a delicious oatmeal bowl and grabbed a few of the really cute free stickers, too. The store itself is absolutely gorgeous and so cheerful! Great place to grab a healthy treat!

I was in the area and saw that Playa Bowls was next door to where I was going. I texted my husband,…read moreexcited for a new açaí place and what he'd like to order. Playa Bowls is designed so well. It feels like a tiki bar on the inside. The staff were all super friendly and welcoming. I came in during the soft opening, unbeknownst that they were giving free bowls and smoothies between a certain time. I was shocked when my total was $0 and asked why. When I was told, I looked around for a tip jar. There was no tip jar! This place was HOPPING with people, all enjoying their free açaí bowls and smoothies...and no tip jar. Come on Wake Forest...do better! So, they created a tip jar and I gave them $20 because I was not prepared to come in and get free açaí bowls. Plus, they were working super hard and were all very kind. Now, these açaí bowls are DELICIOUS. My husband had the 8th Avenue with blueberry added and I had the Pura Vida with goji berries added. You guys. Playa Bowls is where it's at!!! The bowls are fairly large, not overly sweet, and I feel like I'm making a healthier decision over fast food. No other place nearby has goji berries, which is an obsession of mine. Huge bonus points! Playa Bowls is now my go-to. So happy this place opened!

How cool is this! Came for daughter's bday to start the day. The food they had macaroons and…read morecoffee, they LOVED IT! The people here that are staff are just amazing, super kind and welcoming, love the service. The vibe is very catish! Everything is a watm loving feeling, highly recommend coming!

We had so much fun and my son can't wait to come back! So…read moreglad we came here to hang out ! We had snacks and chilled with the kitties! Definitely consider supporting and adopting a sweet cat! The owner makes sure each one is acclimated and ready to find its forever home!

I had such a wonderful experience at this tea café! Scheduling the tea party was incredibly easy. I…read morereached out via email and received a quick response, along with a list of sandwich options and the opportunity to share any dietary restrictions, which was a great touch. When we arrived, we were seated right away and asked to choose our tea flavor. I loved that each person gets their own full pot of tea. It made the experience feel extra special. The food was absolutely delicious! We started with a fresh salad, followed by a beautiful three tier tray filled with sandwiches and desserts. From the scones to the bonbons and mini cakes, everything was flavorful and thoughtfully prepared. The staff were incredibly attentive and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our visit. It truly felt like a full experience, not just a meal. If you are looking for something fun and a little different, I highly recommend trying the tea experience. And if that is not your thing, they also operate as a café where you can stop in and enjoy a treat without committing to the full tea service. Either way, it is definitely worth a visit!

Met my friends fo an afternoon tea. WHAT AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE!! The staff were very personable…read moreand friendly. Service was impeccable. Food was delicious. Chicken salad on a croissant was absolutely delicious. Ample street and lot parking near by. This restaurant was so quaint, cute and uniquely decorated. Definitely returning!

Vlad here with another downtown Wake Forest eatery review!…read more White Story Cafe is on the corner of South White & East Wait Streets, sharing a bright, airy space with The Burger Shop, a separate eatery I will review in coming weeks. (For those of you familiar with the area, another eatery called The Lemon Tree used to occupy this space.) Women-owned, White Story offers fresh takes on standard cafe items - paninis, sandwiches, salad, soups and a variety of breakfast options. (See menu pics for more details and pricing). In the very relaxing ambience with bright and cozy seating, we enjoyed excellent service from Apple, one of the owners. Paul and I both had the Morning Waffle Special: a tender tasty waffle with a deliciously crispy crust, topped with a fresh egg as you like it, crispy smoked bacon and fresh avocado slices - let's just say both our plates were clean! The sweet Thai tea was fresh and paired perfectly with our meals. The hours are varied, check the website (or menu pic) and prepare to enjoy light and refreshing fare in a welcoming space - leisurely catching up with friends over the fresh-baked treats and coffee or noshing with a current read. Y'all know me now - I like the smaller, intimate places off the beaten path yet close to everything - this place is a gem for you to try!

Great addition to downtown Wake Forest food scene…read more This spot shares dining space with the Burger Shoppe on S. White St. Order at the counter, the food is served to your table. It's a fairly extensive menu for breakfast. Time from order to service about 10 minutes. Food is good! Tried chicken and waffle. It's a plate-sized waffle, freshly made, topped with breaded chicken. Chicken is tender but a little dry. Nothing that a nice helping of maple syrup didn't fix. Also tried the morning waffle special. This is a waffle, topped with an egg, bacon and avocado slices. Served piping hot, freshly cooked and a sizable portion. Always good to have more quality dining choices in town. I'll be back!

I had the pleasure of meeting this local coffee roaster and tried their coffee for the first time -…read moreit won't be the last! Fresh, smooth, wonderful silky coffee - perfection in a cup - and they deliver! What more could you want or ask for?? Check out their website for full information on the company, the coffees, the delivery system (they even come to Chapel Hill) and what local restaurants are already serving their brews. http://redroostercoffeecompany.com/

Sweet Traditions is a local bakery in the Wake Forest Crossing Shopping Center. It is in a strip of…read moreshops to the right of Lowe's Grocery store. They have a menu that changes weekly, offering a variety of cupcakes, cake slices, cookies, cookie dough, and other items. Some of the varieties, like vanilla chocolate, and wedding cake, are offered every week. German chocolate is my favorite so I keep watch to see when that is offered. But other offerings are creative like banana pudding, hot fudge sundae, They offer gluten-free cupcakes as well. Cinnamon rolls used to be a treat just on Saturdays, but are offered on Fridays now too. Around the holidays, you can pre-order pies, cakes and other specialized items. They take orders for full cakes, wedding cakes, pies, cookies and cupcakes all year. If you have a sweet tooth, this is a great option to try some treats. The staff is always friendly and helpful. They even help take what you buy to your car if you get a lot of items at once.

We have celebrated a lot of special moments with Sweet Traditions and we absolutely love them! They…read morehave the cutest treats. We've ordered custom pies, cakes, cupcakes for photo shoots and different moments and memories for our family.