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Affable owner Nat creating utter yumminess! Ice cream was rich, creamy, and flavorful. Brown butter bourbon paired well with the toasted coconut. The warm fresh baked fish cone tempered the ice cream wonderfully. As beautiful to eat as it was to photograph. Yum is the only word! read more

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Ken W.

2 years ago

Sugar Koi has the most amazing staff and delicious desserts! I've visited Sugar Koi on multiple occasions and it always hits and the staff is always joyous! read more

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Delicious!! We brought two kiddos for a Saturday ice-cream treat and they absolutely loved it. We all tried a few samples and everything was great. The husband and I shared a koiyaki with brown butter bourbon truffle ice cream. First of all, it was adorable and second, it was so yummy and creamy. This flavor is amazing! The koiyaki was kind of like a waffle with a nice flavor (maybe almond or vanilla?). One kiddo got strawberry and mint chocolate chip. Everyone was pleased and we'll visit again! read more

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Courtnay B.

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The koiyaki is super adorable! It's a waffle, not a cone. The earl grey tea and strawberry fields were delicious! Tried the chocolate peanut butter and it was more chocolate than peanut butter. For the kids, the fish cone was the winner and the ice cream came in second. read more

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Patricia R.

10 months ago

Best ice cream experience ever! The koiyaki waffle is a must! Got 2 scoops, ube and matcha green tea ice cream flavors. Friendly staff, will be making this a regular stop! read more

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Located in the Brightleaf district and the entrance was a little difficult to find due to the construction, but that should be clearing up soon. The ice cream was typical, but it was nice to have a variety of toppings. I think the most common reason to grab ice cream here is for the presentation and koi fish cone. Unfortunately, it is a bit too pricey to make Sugar koi my go to ice cream shop. read more

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Shannon D.

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NEW FAVORITE ICE CREAM PLACE. We got toasted coconut and Bourbon truffle and holy cow. So good. Also you need the peanut butter cup cookie. It has an actual reeses baked in it. I'm so picky with cookies. This is the best cookie. Hands down. The person there told us to take it home and microwave it for 13 seconds and it's to die for. And you know what. Holy crap. Melt in your mouth goodness. This is an experience. The person there is SO NICE and very helpful. You ask him what's better there and he'll tell you what he thinks is best! The fish cone is soft and delicious it kind of reminded me of cake! Will definitely be back!! read more

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I'm so excited to have Taiyaki close to my house!!! It's new location in Cary is awesome. Their ice cream is so good. My daughter tried the vegan raspberry & lemon sorbet with a (non-vegan) Taiyaki fish come. I got the gluten-free & vegan oatmeal cookie with Halloween sprinkles. They had so many delicious looking flavors - goma (black sesame) and ube. You gotta try them all!! Such a fun treat! Parking is super easy in the strip mall lot. read more

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Are you tired of ODing on sugar and just want some good ol' ice cream? Look no further! Despite this shop's name (and therefore my hesitation to try this place out for a long time), the flavors are so very delicate and addictive. I normally can only handle the smallest ice cream sizes in general and then feel bloated on my way out - but not true here at all. Finished my 2 scoops and wanted more. We ordered the yuzu (our favorite), green tea, ube, earl tea and (insert traditional flavor, maybe it was butter pecan) and they were all delicious! The fish waffle was adorable and tasted really good, delicate and fluffy, as well. read more

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Carlos C.

1 year ago

Nate was awesome and ice cream was amazing super nice atmosphere was able to try the ice cream all were really good read more

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Lisa M.

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I loved Sugar Koi when I found it in Durham but now I'm thrilled that they moved to Cary. I'm so happy to have such a good ice cream shop now closer to home. They are conveniently located at the intersection of Maynard and Kildaire Farm Road in the shopping center where Big Lots is located. All of the ice cream flavors are delicious and there are some wonderful unique flavors that you can't find anywhere else. My favorite is ube, a very delicious flavor that is a beautiful purple color. You have to try the delicious koi shaped waffle. The waffle is soft and slightly crispy and oh so delicious with the ice cream. Everyone here is friendly and will help you find your favorite flavor. There is space to have a seat indoors to enjoy your treat. read more

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Ashley T.

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Amazing ice cream! Great atmosphere, everyone is super kind! I really love all the great flavors of ice cream and the koiyaki is amazing! read more

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Yummy L.

3 years ago

My son wanted to try this place because he has been looking for a similar dessert spot where he had soft serve ice cream and taiyaki when he was in CA. It was absolutely delicious. Thai tea flavor hit the spot! Taiyaki was good too. It made me want to eat sweet azuki beans with it. We will definitely come back. read more

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Nat J.

Thank you very much Yummy L.

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Ines P.

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Great service and ice cream! My kids had ice cream with the waffle (fish) that are made to order. I'm gluten free so I was very happy for the labeled ingredients AND the gluten free cones!! The cappuccino crunch (I think it's called) is my favorite! The service was great! Owner is so kind and friendly along with the staff. Don't pass this place up! read more

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Nat J.

Thank you Ines

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Bob L.

2 years ago

Best ice cream in Cary. Everything is made onsite. Has all of the basic flavors along with many tasty variations.

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Kelly W.

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2 years ago

Best Ice cream I've ever had. Thai Tea, Thai Coffee or Ube ice cream are hands down. Service is wonderful and you can even bring a friendly dog. Parking is always there lunch time, dinner you might have to walk 50 ft you need to walk it off after ice cream anywayHaaa read more

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Nat J.

Thank you so much Kelly

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Anne H.

3 years ago

I love this place it is a beautiful place. There are so many fun flavors like earl grey it taste like the tea. Definitely drive out of your way to come here Service was very friendly read more

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Nat J.

Thank you so much Anne.

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Great ice cream and even better service. The owner was the one that took care of us when we visited, and he was so pleasant and explained many of their unique options to us. I sample a few and was amazed by the freshness of the ice cream. One of my favorites were the sesame seed and banana pudding ice cream. Can't wait to visit again this holiday season. read more

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Nat J.

Thank you so much Yesenia.

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Myesha J.

2 years ago

Cherry blossom ice cream was amazing! Customer service was fantastic as well!! Prices great

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Claudette L.

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7 years ago

If you had asked me at 10am this morning, I would have told you I was a Parlour loyalist, no question. But but but but... I love this place. I snuck out of work to meet my friend for a "who needs lunch?" jaunt here after seeing all the cute fish cone pics, and it totally lived up to the hype. As others mention, the owners are absolutely delightful and generous with their time. They *also* suggested, and I completely agree, that probably just one visit isn't enough and I should probably try again just to confirm my opinion - in fact, when I left, the woman working called out, "See you tomorrow!" Honestly? Yeah, probably. #TIL that they make several flavors on their own (Toasted Coconut, Matcha, and Thai Tea) and that the rest are Hershey's. When I made a face, the owner explained to me how most people have only had food-service grade Hershey's, which is yuck, but that he stocks the (significantly pricier and higher quality) Premium Gold line. I went with a small, which is two scoops - one Bourbon Brown Butter and one Cappuccino Crunch - with a fish jammed on top because OBVIOUSLY. It was delicious but I do not recommend you read the Hershey's ingredients list. When consulted, my Parlour ride-or-die did correctly suggest that a dollop of the Parlour's coffee-mascarpone whipped cream would have elevated the cappuccino crunch into something otherworldly, and he's not wrong, but this was still damn fine ice cream. read more

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JP S.

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So glad they moved from Durham to this location! Now we can have their ice cream all the time!! Love how the owner is bringing the culture of Thai Land here to Cary. The staff are also the owners and family so the service is top notch. The vibe is so cool! We enjoyed the wall of different ice cream scoops. So many unique flavors. Definitely try the fish cone; it's sooooo good with the ice cream. Almost like dipping a doughnut into the perfect cup of coffee. If you haven't been here, get off your ass and go! read more

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Julie C.

3 years ago

I love this place. It is hands down my favorite place for ice cream!! The koiyaki is so good! We are new to town and have been trying many ice cream shops in Cary and Apex and this one is the clear winner! I will be back soon with visiting friends and family in tow! Service was great too. read more

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Nat J.

Thank you so much Julie

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Josh W.

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Great new ice cream spot near downtown Cary! The Asian flavors like mango and black sesame are made in-house. The taiyaki is delicious and has a hint of cinnamon in the batter. It's my first time having them with cinnamon and it works well. Will definitely be back. read more

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Susan L.

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2 years ago

Love the koiyaki and Asian flavored ice creams. My favorites are Hojicha and pandan. Their mint chip is also awesome. Nice to also get an espresso drink to balance flavors. Staff is very helpful and prompt. Ask for samples to try something different. This is our favorite ice cream shop in Cary. read more

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Nat J.

Thank you Susan!!!

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Kong L.

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I didn't realize that the shop had rebranded itself. Loving the new concept and recall stopping here before for ice cream. It was good ice cream. I thought I would try something different and got the teriyaki ice cream to see what the hype was all about. In my opinion, it was quite pricey -- $7.xx for the experience. I went with the green tea and vanilla swirl + sprinkles on top. The ice cream started melting immediately. It was a bit watery for soft serve ice cream. It was definitely instagram worthy and cute but it was a bit off in my opinion. The ice cream was ok. I couldn't really enjoy it because I had to eat fast as it was melting all over my hands. The bread part was good. It was probably the best part of the experience. It's unique and worth giving it a shot if you have never had it before. read more

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You guys!!! We finally have a taiyaki shop in Durham A friend told him about @sugarfishicecream this morning and I ended up cancelling my other plans just to check it out. I have no regrets. I tried the vanilla soft serve with rainbow sprinkles, strawberry pocky sticks, and mochi. My friend tried the green tea soft serve with chocolate sprinkles, pirouette wafer, and mochi. Ahmazing, y'all! They are located in Brightleaf Square! Show Durham's newest shop some love. Go follow them and visit them today! read more

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Nicholas H.

1 year ago

We went here for an after-dinner treat, and wow. Absolute 11/10 in every aspect. Both of the folks inside were so kind and warm, service was incredible. And the ice cream is so good that I couldn't really describe it. The Ube flavor is immaculate, and I can HIGHLY recommend the Ube latte. We're going to make this a weekly trip at a minimum and I'll be singing praises for the foreseeable future! read more

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Qiongqiong M.

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First time here, Although it's been on my bucket list since they opened, which was awhile ago. I originally wanted to get the fish waffle but they said there's no red bean in it. I ended up not getting that one just because I thought it was a little pricy without the red beans in it, but my friend got it. I ended up just getting the regular scoop of Thai tea, which was really good. I can't recall any places around the triangle sells Thai tea Ice cream. It's a small place but lots of outdoor seating spots. Service was good. They stopped serving the soft serve matcha green tea which was a disappointment read more

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Emily N.

3 years ago

Very much enjoyed my trip! I will probably return. The employees were nice, the flavors were good. And they do a great job of making you want to take a photo of your ice cream for a yelp review. read more

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Nat J.

Thank you so much Emily

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Ti B.

3 years ago

The service was exceptional, I got more than I bargained for and was able to enjoy 4 of their unique, delicious flavors! read more

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Wayne S.

3 years ago

Saw an ad about this place a little while ago and decided to drop in. Great ice cream, great service, and a chill place in general. Lots of interesting snacks, plenty of ramune sodas by the register, and an appropriate amount of Totoros. The ice cream comes in a variety of unique flavors, and it's creamy and dreamy enough. And if you're an afogatto enjoyer, they make a pretty mean one with whatever flavor you choose. The only thing they need is a grass carpet in the wall, or maybe a string or two of ambience inducing firefly lights to cement status as a young nerd's utopia... But it's already well on its way as it is. read more

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Holland L.

2 years ago

People were very nice and super friendly! Food was super good, too! The design of the restaurant is fun and easy to relax in. Every part was very cute and lovely. read more

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Joe M.

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3 years ago

The Koyaki is the way to go. If you don't already know, it's like a warm waffle shaped like a koi ice cream cone. Makes for a great combination with the ice cream. I always get mint chocolate even though I'm constantly tempted to change it up with all of their Asian inspired flavors. The staff are friendly and I'm all about supporting the ownership who is a lovely human being. read more

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Nat J.

Thank you so much Joe.

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Hishaam R.

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The ice cream here is amazing! Staff is always nice and the owner always has a smile on his face and is extremely helpful! They have unique home made flavors like red bean, black sesame, mango, ube, Thai tea and matcha and they are all great. The Koiyaki waffle is such a great touch and is always crispy and hot. I always get fruity pebbles and mochi as my toppings but they have so many choices for everyone. The Thai tea drink is really good also! Check out @raleating on Instagram for RDU Triangle food recommendations. read more

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Absolutely loved everything about this place. The ice cream flavors were delicious. The taiyaki was amazing! Everything was wonderful! The staff member who assisted us was very friendly and kind. He did a wonderful job and was so patient. The store was extremely clean and absolutely adorable! I'm going to be making a special trip out to Durham just to eat here again! read more

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A S.

5 years ago

Wonderful local ice cream shop! Had the small koi waffle with Ube and coconut ice cream, best combo ever!! My husband had the banana pudding and he (mister picky) loved it. We also had the pleasure of meeting the most friendly and engaging owner. Thank you for making our visit awesome! Will definitely come back! read more

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Wendy F.

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Very sweet service. Fun and decorative dessert. Taste was pretty average so far as the ice cream goes but the waffle fish was excellent!!! Fun little shop, would go again read more

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Nat J.

Thank you Wendy!!!

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Great place with unique flavors from Thailand! We had the ume, pandan, black sesame and Thai tea flavors. Kiddo size was perfect (one scoop) owner is very friend, staff is as well. Ambiance is low key, overall very enjoyable for a Sunday afternoon pick me up :) read more

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J E.

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I don't give many 5-star reviews. Sugar Koi is an exception, because everything about our visit was absolutely outstanding. The service was very quick and friendly, and the location is nice. I am afraid that it may be a bit small for the crowds that I'm sure they get during peak ice cream season. We really liked the decor. My kiddo rated it "12/10, would nom nom again" which I thought was a pretty good summary. read more

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Nat J.

Thank you so very much J E.

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C H.

3 years ago

Nat at Sugar Koi is the sweetest and his ice cream flavors are the best! Love the Koi fish waffle, the Brown Butter Truffle, the Pandan and the Ube. Try something new!! Fun Asian snacks, shirts and toys to buy too. read more

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116 Kilmayne Dr
Cary, NC 27511
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(919) 757-2399
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http://sugarkoi.com

Hours

What time does Sugar Koi open?

Sugar Koi opens at 12:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Sugar Koi opens at 3:00 PM on Sunday.

What time does Sugar Koi close?

Sugar Koi closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sat 12:00 PM - 9:00 PMSun 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Sugar Koi take credit cards?

Yes, Sugar Koi takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Sugar Koi have catering options?

No, Sugar Koi does not have catering options.

Does Sugar Koi have a drive thru?

No, Sugar Koi does not have a drive thru.

Indoor Amenities

Does Sugar Koi allow dogs?

Yes, Sugar Koi allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Sugar Koi have bike parking?

No, Sugar Koi does not have bike parking.

Does Sugar Koi have outdoor seating?

Yes, Sugar Koi has outdoor seating options.

Does Sugar Koi have parking?

Yes, Sugar Koi has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Sugar Koi wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Sugar Koi is wheelchair accessible.

Does Sugar Koi have free WiFi?

Yes, Sugar Koi has free WiFi.

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1.2 mi

I was in the area and decided to finally go to Brew, as I rarely am in downtown Cary! I'm so glad I…read moredid. It took some time to find parking as the surrounding parking lots were full, but I found street parking around the corner. The ambiance is warm and cozy. Brew and the Cary Theater share common space, so you can enter from either entrance. The service is awesome, I was waited on right away and the barista was helpful with suggestions. I ordered a cookie butter latte and an oatmeal raisin cookie w/ walnuts. Both were absolutely delicious, a great combo. When I finished my latte, I dipped my cookie in the cup to get the last of the foam...so good. The baked goods are from Ninth Street Bakery in Durham. How amazing local supporting local. I sat at the bar area. I loved that there were hooks underneath for your belongings, you don't see that everywhere. They have the high top areas, along with a few tables and chairs. I'm so glad I was able to finally experience Brew, looking forward to going back.

Came for a Sunday stop with a friend…read more Just a note because it's in the downtown area it's extremely hard to find parking and most of it is street parking (with some construction nearby). Overall, the little coffee shop is cute and has a little bit of outdoor seating which I liked but is expensive for being so mid in my opinion. I ended up paying almost $7 for a blueberry latte. Overall, my latte tasted like a regular latte, even though it did have a seasonal blueberry syrup added to it. I know that blueberry is very light in flavor compared to coffee so I asked for more than the allotted amount of syrup and their response was that they had a certain amount added to of syrups added. So I said ok thinking they would take that into consideration but when I got my coffee, guess the amount they added didn't matter because it tasted the same as a latte regular. Unfortunately, at the end of my coffee (like the last 20%) had what I assume to be bits of berry in it? The texture made me toss the remaining amount. With the high prices and the location right on a busy street / no parking I probably wouldn't be back but I did enjoy being about to sit outside under an umbrella and the service was nice / fast. All the stars would go to the servers and overall cleanliness honestly.

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Iced latte ($4.50) with rose syrup ($1.00) and oat milk ($0.70). $7.95 after tax and tip.

Esteamed Coffee

4.9(98 reviews)

1.1 mi

Stopped in for an afternoon cappuccino with low-fat milk (there were several options offered), and…read morereally enjoyed the yummy capp and the atmosphere!

What a great coffee shop find! The service, vision, and mission are wonderful. If you didn't know,…read morethe mission of Esteamed is to empower and ensure people whom have disabilities are able to still find job opportunities and experiences. Not only is they vision amazing, but their coffee was great. It was piping hot, came with the whipped cream, and the aroma of the chai tea latte was nutty and spiced. It was perfectly balanced and not overly sweetened! Would definitely come again!

Part of their seating area.

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My delicious latte.

Coffee Studio

4.5(24 reviews)

0.9 mi

Cute addition to Cary park. The drinks are always taste great and consistent…read more Aside from tea and coffee, they offer salads and sandwiches. Great place to work from home, they also have space in the back with more seating. Overall quick service.

I stopped by here before a later event nearby and noticed how nice the lighting this coffeeshop…read morehas. There are some seating near the front and some in the back, with seating for individuals who may be working facing the front window. They have attentive batistas who are quick to take and make your order! My matcha was nice and strong and I got a Harvest Greens smoothie as well which was quite refreshing. It is definitely on the sweeter side if you prefer that. Bonus points for having a clean and large restroom!

Chai Latte

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Vanilla hojicha latte (no coffee)

Caribou Coffee

3.4(103 reviews)

0.0 mi

Great place with a cozy café vibe. Plenty of seating, making it perfect for studying or getting…read morework done while enjoying your favorite coffee. They offer a nice variety of drinks, from mochas to espressos, along with a breakfast menu. I tried the cappuccino and loved its smooth, refreshing taste. Service is fast. Looking forward to coming back to try the matcha mocha soon!

Made a second visit here for the matcha iced latte. The staff seemed welcoming and pleasant even…read moreoffered my pup a treat. I enjoyed the match ice latte. Very good and the right amount of earthy and sweet flavor. The tone changed when an acquaintance showed up with his big dog. The staff instructed us we must keep dogs outside. This approach was only was taken when the bigger dog came in. I encourage the team here to be mindful of potential biases and apply policies consistently for all.

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Cha House - Cary

4.4(165 reviews)

0.7 mi

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I use to like cha house! I always got one of their matcha drinks but yesterday's matcha was not…read moregood! I asked for more matcha since my drink had zero matcha flavor and they gave me more but even with that it seem like the matcha that day was off.... so they offered me another drink instead. The staff was super helpful but now I will be hesitant on ordering anything matcha as it seems the matcha quality is not the same as it use to be. I would not recommend the matcha here but their other drinks or food are good to try.

Service is great! Drinks were delicious. We got the Mango Milktea with boba and mango jelly, and…read moreDirty Tiger milktea. We also ordered popcorn chicken and the tofu snack.

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Chicken Waffle

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Chanticleer Cafe & Bakery

4.3(303 reviews)

2.2 mi

Chanticleer is a hidden gem in Cary! I don't know why it's taken me so long to discover it…read more The staff are all super friendly and welcoming. They helped me navigate my coffee order and executed it to perfection. They also answered all of my gluten free questions and took extra precautions for my allergy. The egg white and cheese sandwich with turkey bacon was great. Pro tip: Order it with a double portion of egg white for added protein. I also got an iced cafe latte with caramel. You can get a punch card for every coffee and get one free on your tenth purchase. They have a great pastry selection. I got an almond croissant to go for my mom on a recommendation from a friend that said it's a can't miss! (I can't try it due to my allergy but it looks amazing) The ambiance has a cute cafe with plenty of seating.

Came in on a Sunday with a friend, we had a very pleasant time! They have a fairly large menu to…read morechoose from, with seasonal coffee drinks that were very tasty. The white chocolate peppermint mocha wasn't too sweet and overpowering, it was tasty. The star of the show was the croissant bacon egg and cheese! The croissant was fresh and buttery, it was a really great breakfast. There is plenty of searing inside and the staff are very nice. The service is quick too! They are doing a December Holiday giveaway that gives you a random prize if you come back in January with your red envelope. I'll definitely be back to try out new items!

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Lemon bar Almond Croissants

Milk Lab - Cary

4.4(555 reviews)

2.1 mi

Milk Lab is always a treat, it's nice how they are popping up all over the place. I like how their…read moremenu isn't enormous, which leave you in menu paralysis mode. You can get bubble tea, cookies, cakes, floats, rolled cream, etc. There is something for everyone here. What I love most about this place: They use in-house ice cream base with organic milk, where lots of places just use powder. Toppings are unlimited - what a refresher, because so many other places nickel and dime you. For that reason, anytime I see a Milk Lab, I know what I'm getting since they are true to their standards.

This was such a fun place to get milk tea! I did feel like my rose milk Tea was a little bit…read morewatery, but my fiancé really loved his fruit tea. The prices are reasonable, and they have lots of options for customization, so I would definitely come back to try new things.

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Straws

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Bubble tea

Annelore's German Bakery

4.2(149 reviews)

1.2 mi

Amazing!!! The place is beautiful and full of sunshine. There are plenty of seats and parking. The…read morecoffee was rich and the pastries yummy! They also serve bread, cakes, cookies, and many other treats. Service with a smile. Prices are also fair.

Everything stands from last time I reviewed, fantastic bakery with fair prices,…read morefriendly/knowledgeable staff, and incredibly delectable treats. One thing that had a slight improvement but I will insist desperately needs improvement is their packaging. While this time I did get plastic clamshell containers, which is better than the foam lunch clamshell I got a full tart in last time, it was still a bit disappointing. The small paper bags for the cookies made sense, but then it was all thrown into a generic yellow smiley face thank you plastic grocery bag. I beg, please invest in some nice bakery cardboard boces, that way multiple treats can go into a single box too, and then just some nice paper bags. I love the food, but when trying to gift them or take it to somebodies house I feel odd pulling stuff out of a grocery bag and each item being individually in a plastic clamshell.