My son just gifted me with two desserts delivered from Larema Coffee House for my birthday…read more I just finished the banana pudding- NO, you haven't had banana pudding like this! Larema's banana pudding is a step above what I have ever had before. It was light, with a very rich banana flavored custard that didn't lean too heavy on the sugar. Just my style! The other dessert was a tiramisu. Also, very light and not too sweet, delivering a pleasant mouth feel with a rich coffee/cocoa flavor. Can't wait to make an in-person visit so that I can explore more of their desserts and breakfast/ lunch menu items.

I stopped at this restaurant during a train layover in 2024, a very difficult season of my life,…read morewhen I was traveling between shelters and trying to find stable housing. I remember needing a place that felt safe, nourishing, and calm--and this restaurant gave me that. I came in during the Olympics and was able to sit, rest, watch the games, and simply be for a little while. The atmosphere was welcoming without being overwhelming, which meant more than I can easily put into words. The food itself was exactly what my body needed--fresh, healthy greens and clean, nourishing options that helped me feel grounded and cared for during a time when so much was uncertain. You can tell the ingredients are fresh and thoughtfully prepared. It wasn't just a meal, it was a moment of restoration. What stayed with me most was the sense of being able to sit in a peaceful place, eat something good for my body, and feel human again in the middle of a very hard year. I'm deeply grateful for that experience and would absolutely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for fresh, healthy food and a calm place to land--whether you're traveling or just need a quiet, nourishing meal.

CAUGHT EM! Red handed, open for business and with none other than DONUTS front, center, couldn't…read moremiss em by a country mile if you tried. This is an absolutely wonderful place and a mandatory stop if near Wilson/a place to put in regular rotation if within a 50 mile radius. It's clean, the staff pleasant and just take a look at those donuts. They speak for themselves. First up - Remove the previous review? Absolutely not. It will give fellow Yelpers something to read while munching on lil ol Wiltzen's Ace in its back pocket, and they may possibly thank me for being the nudge needed to give Wilson Doughnut Shop a chance, or two (or even three like we did) if merely closed for reasons that defy you-the-reader's logic: These donuts are worth the effort. Nothin worth having comes easy, right? Right. Besides, I'm not a Karen. If they're not open when you stop by, it's ok to be sad, just don't give up. Now that we've established the hours and days of operation may not make sense to some - donuts/doughnuts; tomatoes/maters. Interchangeable and of no relevancy. Right away you'll notice that is not Hershey's chocolate or some store bought crap chocolate-flavored, corn syrup industrial mess drizzled over the donuts. This is chocolate how chocolate should be done. Not too sweet and not too bitter that all you taste is cocoa. Of note: If you associate Hershey's, Godiva, Ghirardelli or any other main stream mass produced 'not chocolate but called chocolate' product with what chocolate is supposed to be like, the color is going to be a little off putting to you. Live a little. It's good. The actual dough? Dense and just the right amount of greasiness to drive home the fact these are made fresh on site every morning. The Long John's were good enough to fight over so get two if you have any respect for fellow man: These were built for sharing. Actual cream filling and not some low brow jello pudding mix - I was impressed. The enormous honey buns and cinnamon rolls are included in the price for a dozen so let your "I wanna try em all" run wild. Nuke em later in your microwave and slice like a pizza after supper with a cup of coffee. The most visually appealing were the strawberry filled which are the most difficult to pull off in the land of donut snobs. Great dough they have down which is half the battle. The filling? Well...Really good as is. I am far from convinced that was entirely made from scratch using even frozen berries and a basic gelatinous base for a proper jelly filling BUT I wouldn't turn one of em down. Working with nothing but what they already have, should they ever combine a Long John and a Strawberry Filled donut to make one Chocolate Strawberry something or another? Whew I'mma be one broad back havin... Nevermind. Y'all, go. Get a dozen, minimum. You will not be disappointed. God willing and the creek don't rise I will be back.

Spoiler Alert: I am not a big fan of doughnuts. My daughter…read morebrought home several different kinds of doughnuts from this shop today. She had regular glazed, chocolate glazed and one with cream filling. ( She got more but that's all that made it home!) We cut all of them into pieces so we could try them all. I was hesitant, but started with the cream filled one. WOW!! I was shocked at how good it was. I could have eaten at least two whole ones.... Next I tried the glazed one. Again I was so surprised at how good it was. Not greasy, dough had a great flavor on its own and glaze was just enough. I only got one bite of the chocolate glazed one because my grandson inhaled the rest. It was his favorite. It was very good as well. It had green sprinkles on it and it would have been excellent even without them. We ate them all so fast I didn't get a picture, but I can guarantee you I will be visiting this shop every time I go to Wilson. They made a doughnut fan out of me!

The Raleigh Rd location ALWAYS makes my drinks to perfection. It's my favorite location and the…read moredrive thru employees are very kind too. The app has awesome new deals which temps me to visit more often.

I ordered an iced matcha latte with soy milk and salted caramel cold foam. They did not blend the…read morematcha good enough to where I was even able to enjoy it. I feel like some training must be done because there's no way it's acceptable to give paying customers a drink that's not made properly? ? Whenever I order from the Starbucks in Target, they always perfect my matcha latte and I literally never have any clumps in my drinks, so it's really disappointing to see that literally a few miles away that the quality of the drinks are completely different despite being the same company??? I hate to sound ugly but this is just not it at all.

Varee Asian Cafe & Bakery I was just passing through Wilson,…read moreNC and stumbled upon this absolute gem! I had the crazy fried Ramen with steak and shrimp. The food was delicious, fresh, perfectly cooked, and served quickly. The menu has a great variety, so there's something for everyone. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. I had seen reviews saying this is one of the best restaurants in Wilson, and now I completely understand why. The atmosphere felt modern, refreshing, and welcoming, with mellow, chic background music that really set the vibe. I will definitely be stopping here again the next time I'm in town!

I come here often for a reason. The food is amazing. I've tried just about every entree on the menu…read moreand have not been disappointed. My favorite being the spicy duck, drunken noodles, and I recently tried a new item on their menu that is to rave about. A Chinese x Thai fusion fish. Will come here as a long as I'm alive.

On a quest to find an amazing cup of joe, my son and I stumbled upon this amazing establishment…read more The coffee was amazing and the staff were very welcoming! It was an amazing environment with lots of space to play and great product selection! I would recommend this place to any weary travelers in search of great games and great coffee.

From the owner: We carry a wide variety of Trading Card Games, Board Games, Wargames such as Warhammer 40K,…read moreSupplies, Paint, and much more! Also we have a great Coffee Shop right in the same space! So whether you game, hobby, or just want a great cup of coffee, come see us!

I was surprised at the smell as I walked in, it smelled like heaven/. Wouldn't think that from a…read moretea shop but it was definitely a good thing. Ordered the pine Rita and LOVE it. I will be back.

Every girl who works there is super sweet and helpful! The store smells so good and it has the…read morecutest atmosphere. All the teas and the protein shakes are amazing. I love that everything is absolutely delicious but also healthy for me as well. It's also super customizable. I come here multiple times per week!

I've been following this business on social media for years and finally got a chance to try it out!…read moreMy husband said the dunakaroos cupcake was the best he ever had and I loved the cosmic brownie! Surprisingly, what stole the show for me were the super soft fluffy flavorful egg bits and spinach and feta pastry. I wish I had gotten pictures of them! You really can't go wrong with the entire ambiance of this place, the kindness of the staff, and the FLAVORS! Definitely get yourself a few cupcakes; they're worth it!

Amazing bakery! I wish I lived closer so I could patronize this business more. I follow the owner…read moreon TikTok and was ecstatic to see that Wilson was somewhat on the way to our holiday destination. The space is beautiful and fun, all employees said hello and offered assistance and suggestions. We tried a variety of treats but fell in love with the lemon bar and carrot cake blondie. I'm a carrot cake hater and spent the next days wishing I'd bought multiple. Unfortunately, they are 3.5 hours away from me, but I would 100% make another detour if the chance arises. If he ever decides to offer shipping, I would definitely order.

The brioche bread was amazing. I will be back for more of the amaretto sandwich cookies. They…read moreserve Dean's Beans coffee!

Looking for a place to go and study? Looking for a tasty drink or maybe a muffin is more of your…read morespeed? Well, this should be one location to add to your to-go places while in Wilson. The staff is very friendly and helpful when ordering. The menu is small - which to me is a good thing. You are not overwhelmed with a lot of things to order. It also helps to keep the orders coming out timely. This is a small location, however, there is plenty of seating (if they are not busy). They have bar top seating, regular seating, and some comfort chairs off in the corner. Today, I decided on getting a Mocha frozen with almond milk, decaf, sugar free syrup, and whip to accompany my cinnamon muffin. The drink was a perfect blend and not overly sweet. The muffin was moist and filling. With my headphones on, I was able to work "quietly" with a nice view of the street and my favorite playlist going in the background.

Had reservations on 4/18. The restaurant is very cozy. The bartender was amazing, the hostess was…read moreso sweet, and our waiter was great! He gave food recommendations and recommended some cool bars to stop by afterwards. We had the best steak we've had in a long time (much better than Ruth's Chris and others) and the drinks were delicious. Wedge salad was delicious as well and both the lobster bisque AND French Onion soups were spectacular. We will return!

Had our reservation booked. Showed up right on time and they let other people sit there. Told me…read morethey'd call me back and never did. Horrible services