Walked into Salvation Coffee for the first time this year, but I've been here multiple times…read morethroughout 2025, so this isn't a one-off experience. Kept it simple--nitro cold brew and an iced Bear Claw with almond milk. First off, that nitro was clean as hell. Smooth, no bitterness, and the fact that it's naturally sugar-free without sacrificing flavor? That's a win all day. The Bear Claw was solid too--nice balance with the almond milk, not overly sweet, just easy to enjoy. And one thing I really respect--their whipped cream is always sugar-free. That's huge for me living a sugar-free lifestyle, and it shows they actually think about their customers. Best part though, out of nowhere, both the barista and I looked up and boom... line out the door. We kind of just looked at each other like "well damn," and honestly, good for them. That's what happens when you're doing things right. Even with the rush, everybody kept a great attitude. Customers, staff; just good people all around. That small-town Burlington feel is real here. Folks talking, connecting, or just chilling on the couch doing their own thing--no pressure, no weird energy, just a genuinely cool environment. And this place actually feels welcoming. Not that forced "too cool" coffee shop vibe you sometimes get. Just real people, treating you like a normal human being. That goes a long way. Also worth calling out... So their rewards program is legit. You get 10 points for every dollar you spend, and it adds up fast. I've already built up enough where I could knock about half off my bill if I wanted to. That's real value, not just marketing fluff. It's got that perfect mix of small-town vibe with modern convenience, and I really hope that never changes. This has been a consistently solid spot for me, and I'll keep coming back!

Honestly, I don't like leaving reviews like this, but after several visits with consistently poor…read moreexperiences, I feel I should leave my honest review. I've been to Salvation many times, and it used to be one of my top-recommended coffee shops in Burlington, NC. Unfortunately, not anymore. Customer service during my recent visits has been disappointing. The baristas often made me feel like an inconvenience rather than a customer. While there was one occasion when the person at the register was kind and welcoming. My most recent visit was the day after Christmas when I met up with my siblings, and the experience was especially unpleasant. The atmosphere was unwelcoming, customer service was poor, and the coffee itself was underwhelming. The espresso in my latte was barely noticeable. Worst of all, the music was extremely loud and filled with constant profanity, to the point that we felt uncomfortable staying inside and had to leave to meet outside instead. I hope this review is not taken in the wrong way, but I genuinely used to enjoy Salvation Coffee, but the decline in service, atmosphere, and overall experience has been noticeable and disappointing.

This is a developing area, and they are adding all the things - burgers, tacos, chicken, etc. so…read moreyou know Starbucks had to put a store here. I must say, however, that I was not ready for how open and airy the interior was. There are windows covering most of two sides. The chairs and tables are modern, open, Scandinavian-inspired design that is a huge departure from the deep, cushy ones in the stores near my house. It was like a different chain. The folks behind the counter welcomed us in with smiles, even though the drive-thru was slammed and they were making drinks and food at an impressive rate. Usually the behind the bar folks are stressed and seem to be distracted when it's busy, but the young lady taking our order was patient and friendly. We got drinks (just canned sodas on this warm spring afternoon after a walk through the woods!), and sat inside to chat and enjoy. As we sat, I noticed the outdoor seating area and suggested we go out there. The patio is poured concrete, nicely spacious, and furnished with sturdy wicker-like chairs and tables of various heights. Umbrellas of massive size were providing welcome shade, and they were well-placed and fully deployed, so most seats were out of the sun. We sat and chatted a good while, enjoying the sky over the nearby fields, despite the drive thru lane right beside us. I think the patio may have been a little elevated, because I never felt like I was "in the way" of the cars, and they didn't block me in. It' was a really nice visit to what we expected would be a hum-drum grab-and-go coffee shop. I'll stop by again when passing by.

I haven't been inside this location, but the drive-thru hasn't disappointed me yet even during…read moretheir long lines. The baristas have been super friendly and my drinks are made exactly how I request them. Today, the line was wrapped around the building. I contemplated leaving, but I stuck around. It took me around 15 mins to get my drinks, which wasn't too bad considering there were at least 10 cars ahead of me. I ordered a Mocha Cookie Crumble drink and warm Cafe Mocha. Delicious! Don't forget to download their app, this will make your ordering and payment easier. It speeds up the process. They are consistent and I will definitely stop by again!

I love this coffee shop located in Gibsonville. The owner has restored by place so well. It's a…read morecomfortable place to enjoy your drink or take it to go! They have a wonderful selection of drinks. Highly recommend stopping in and visiting if you're in town!

I first tried The Hive when they had their coffee outside the location where would eventually be…read more The iced latte was decent, but the person who served it was not the friendliest person I've ever encountered. She was yelling across in cars and people on the street, and it was busy because it was a farmers market day. Today, I decided to give them another chance. I went into the store and asked some specific questions about the menu. When I asked about pricing, the pricing was $.45 more from the person behind the counter that it was on the menu ($7.40 from the cashier versus $6.95 on the menu ). When I questioned the difference said the menu was wrong and charged me the higher price. I should've walked immediately,but I didn't and took my iced latte. It's was OK. It was not worth $7.90 and it wouldn't have been worth $7.50 either.

Wonderful organic tea selections, and baked goods. The staff member was attentive and courteous…read more Great experience!

I'll start off by saying this a great coffee shop in Elon. Their coffee is good and have a variety…read moreof pastries. Prices are fair and reasonable. I've been here many times and the atmosphere is always different, sometimes it's calm music with soft chatter from other people that makes it a great study spot. Their are other times the music is quite loud and not good for studying, making the atmosphere noisy. I was also told to use the Elon public wifi, which wasn't working. Making me have to use my hotspot, which made no sense to me. Still a good spot to stop for coffee.

They NEVER miss ! Will always be my at home favorite coffee shop. They came out with their spring…read moremenu and it's filled w delicious options. The peach coldbrew spoke to me but I went to try the strawberry coldfoam and it was perfect. Love how they make the syrups in house and never over sweeten their drinks. The upclose cookie crumbles on top picture shows how yummy and soft the cookies get once they sit in the coldfoam soaking up the flavors. So good! Loved it!

Nice coffee shop with great pastries and unique latte flavors! The service was friendly and very…read morequick with our order. I got a pumpkin whoopie pie and my wife got the pumpkin spice latte. Both were good and satisfying. We loved the cool hand painted murals on the walls and the cozy decor. They did a good job making the interior inviting. This is a great option to get your coffee and pastry fix!

I'm from NYC, where a good bacon egg and cheese bagel became my lifeline and bff. I haven't found a…read moresingle place in NC that even comes close to the heavenly taste of NY bagels -- until now. The bagels (called bragels) here are steamed and sumptuous; soft and supple; deliriously delicious. The iced coffee? A whole latte perfection. The crème freeze is also tasty. You can't go wrong at Biggby.

Solid option if you're looking for some good coffee in the area. Comes out very quick and fast so…read moreyou can go about your day. Seems like they always have a good promo going for getting their items at a lower price, for example buy one get 1/2 off, etc. I haven't explored the menu too extensively and I've got the same thing every time I've went. I go with the teddy bear iced latte, which has caramel (my favorite) and white chocolate. I can taste both flavors when drinking this. Can't go wrong with this place.

Donuts are Ana I g. Service is fast. Easy to order. Items are listed and displayed well. Variety is…read moregreat. But I have my favs!

As soon as you walk in, you smell nothing but sweetness. The people behind the counter we're very…read moreattentive making sure you receive great customer service. I purchased the donut holes and a maple donut and they did not disappoint. I thought there was no one greater than Krispy Kreme, but I was wrong. The donut holes were still nice and soft days later. If you ever near the Burlington area or willing to take the drive try them out you won't be disappointed. You can thank me later.

Subpar for a College Coffee Shop…read more I has a Starsucks Cup and a Seattle's Best Wrap, still don't know what I drank The lady working there was going back in forth between playing on Facebook on the desktop computer and eating her Biscuitville then strait to serving customers without washing her hands. Yack Yack

Hidden treasure in Elon, NC that is located in Elon University. A few friends and I decided to do a…read moreNC road trip visiting each other's alma maters. Our friend that graduated from Elon, said that we had to check out Acorn coffee shop. We were not disappointed. We immediately felt the warm, friendly environment that our friend had described to us. He said it is the perfect place to grab a quick cup of coffee or a sandwich or a relaxing place to study. I had a delicious iced coffee and my friend had a "stellar" Milky Way latte, that was out of this world! If you are in the Elon area or driving and see exit 140, I recommend checking out this cute, college coffee shop!

The chicken club is one of my favorite biscuits here. The biscuit are always hot and fresh the…read morefried chicken delicious. No matter what time of day when I go when they are open order is always correct and great customer service. Happy birthday to me! Thanks for the biscuit!

No matter when I go, it's quick, precise and friendly service. Outside is well taken care of, no…read moretrash on the ground Plus for me. Shout out to the drive thru; y'all be handling things on the quickness. Not enough credit given. The food is hot and prepared to order. Look at my photo. I added avocado on my eggs for Me, cause that's my business you do yours the way you like them. Enjoy your day and stop by a Biscuitville today

Delicious and fun! Super variety on the menu. Great introduction to Greensboro food.read more

I've been coming here for over a year now and I've never been disappointed .The service is fast and…read morefriendly. The menu has a mix of traditional food and then a mix of Mexican foods as well. I always get the spartan special and it's very good and filling. If youre in the mood for a quick bite made deliciously and has that taste of home stop by Bagner and Alexas!