The Gilded Pear is located in Downtown Smithfield. It is located in the Hood-Spiers Building, which has been restored. It was built in 1900 and still has the original tin ceiling, decorative windows and exposed brick. Seating is on two floors, providing a cozy feel if sitting in the loft. They have the "Pear Necessities of Life" This is both a cafe for coffee and teas but also a bakery that serves breakfast and lunch. They are known for their bubble waffles, and crepes. But also have a large menu that has sandwiches, salads, flat breads and breakfast items. There should be something that appeals to even the pickiest eater. Ordering is done at the counter, and you receive a number, and the beverage and food are brought to your table. The menu is posted outside the entrance so you can check it out first. I went with a rose and cranberry lemonade that was a drink special, and the bubble waffle, and added strawberries and bananas. The bubble waffle intrigued me as I had never had one before. It is a honeycomb waffle popular in Hong Kong. It is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. It looks like bubble wrap, which is hard to tell as mine was covered in strawberries and bananas. I enjoyed the texture and flavors of it. The Gilded Pear is a great addition if you're looking for somewhere to grab a quick bite to eat. read more

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Great lunch spot in downtown Smithfield! Our party enjoyed deviled eggs as an appetizer, followed by a banh mi sandwich and pimento cheese blt, complete with potato salad and pasta salad sides. The service was great and the setting is so cool. Highly recommend! read more

This is the cutest place in Smithfield. Located on the main drag, they had great options for food, but I opted for an iced coffee on a hot June morning to start my day. The barista was very helpful. I asked her opinion about a couple of different things, I ended up with the coconut drink that was on special for the month. It was amazing. I sipped it as I walked through old historic Smithfield. The space itself you can tell a lot of love and thoughtfulness goes into the store. Everything was very clean, I love that they were cute messages on the cups, little positivity in this day and age really goes a long way. Everything at the Guilded Pear seems to be made with kindness and consideration. read more

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The food is delicious and the place looks good and h as this ambiance The service is excellent read more

The food we got was decent & tasty, but was Very Disappointed by portion size of the breakfast eggs & "hash browns" (half mini taters). there was MAYBE a Half an egg & the 2 mini bacon pieces were about half sized as well. Had to cook 2 additional eggs to add to it to make it a "normal sized portion". Crepes were good and reasonably sized read more

The Gilded Pear Brew House - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Smithfield, North Carolina

I needed a spot to pop in, freshen up, and grab a quick lunch on my way to the outlets. What a great vibe! The staff were friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. I parked on the street so that was easy too. There were a lot of options for food and cold/hot beverages. I went with the Hot Hen bc I love #alltheheat. It was deliciousss. I love it when a chef has a heat that builds and doesn't just add a hot pepper without folding in complementary flavors for each bite. If you are in this neck of the woods, pop in. You will be so glad you did. read more

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We went to the Ava Gardner museum then I googled where to eat. The Gilded Pear has a lovely atmosphere, wonderful and friendly staff. We had a club sandwich, coffee and a glass of wine. The sandwich was delicious! I would definitely recommend stopping in for lunch, has a great vibe!!! read more

Incredible service. Incredible menu choices & food, lovely atmosphere! We are so glad we stumbled into this gem of a restaurant. We had the pear & goat cheese flatbread, avocado english muffin (I think it was made from scratch), bubble waffle w/ chicken and bubble waffles w/ banana. Everything was amazing! Cute kids area for art/books as well as games. We were blown away by the kindness of the staff. Thank you so much!! We will absolutely be back!! read more

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Wonderful coffee and sandwiches. Atmosphere is wonderful. Staff is friendly. Would recommend.

What a cute, quaint little coffee shop and eatery. My son found this spot when we were looking for something new to try while shopping in Smithfield. It did not dissapoint. I got a flatbread and he ordered a bubble waffle. We shared an order of pimento cheese deviled eggs and it was all absolutely delicious. He ordered a coffee that was also very good. I would definitely recommend you give it a try. read more

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Our first trip for breakfast. Not coffee drinkers, but enjoyed this quaint place with fresh brewed unsweetened iced tea, breakfast sandwiches, and interesting desserts. Lovely decor. Relaxing atmosphere. read more

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Delicious savory crepes! Fast and friendly service. Loved that they have revitalized this cute building downtown.

Love this place! The atmosphere is comfortable, and the coffee is top notch, but I was most impressed by the customer service. So friendly and helpful. Can't recommend this coffee shop enough! read more

Such a cute little coffee shop. I like that they have all kinds of different drinks all the time. Always something clever or cute to go with the season. The prices are about the same as other coffee shops. The food is not bad but that's not really why I'd go. Although the French toast muffins are my fave. And the people are very nice! read more

This upscale coffee spot is so inviting and the food is fresh, creative and tasty. A good reason to pass through Smithfield!!

Absolutely love the coffee spot the coffee is so yummy! I yet have to try the food! The service is good as well! The ambiance is super chill & the window is the best spot to sit at! read more

Reuben was delicious! Would highly recommend! Also, the mixed green salad was very tasty! Just the right amount of dressing! read more

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We love to try coffee shops when we travel and this one did not disappoint. The staff was happy and helpful. Our Mayan Hot Chocolates were delicious. We heard the food was great too. Definitely recommend! read more

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great spot. i just wanted a place to sit and have coffee on a cold morning and stayed and ate the monte cristo. very good. great atmosphere and customer service. read more

Based on the reviews for this place I was looking forward to lunch here. The place is cute, the staff is friendly, and the coffee is great but the food is seriously lacking. The portions are small and none of the food we ordered was good. I would go back but just for coffee and ambiance. read more

This is an excellent brew (coffee) shop, soon to include a selection of local adult brews also. The menu is interesting, and the 2 different crepes and bree with stewed pears, pecans and crackers were all excellent. I would go back for more of the same or to try something different. Just really well done. The atmosphere is quiet, quaint and relaxing, not stodgy or froo froo. I really don't understand how this does not rate a five, considering the quality, it's relatively new and the burdens placed on small business by the state "due to Covid". read more

I love their hot oat milk latte with a dollop of honey! And I hear great things about their food. All I've eaten is the German potato salad (which is heaven!). I just wish they had more gluten free options & were open a bit later in the day cuz I'm an afternoon coffee drinker. Either way it's a great place with great staff! :) read more

I had an enjoyable lunch: a French dip sandwich, pasta salad, and iced tea. The French dip on a crusty baguette, roast beef and melted Swiss cheese was just right, but the au jus could have been more flavorful. The pasta salad was delicious. Three servers stopped by to ask if I needed anything. The menu is extensive, so I look forward to trying out some other sandwiches and Flatbreads. With tip, my lunch cost $15. read more

This was our first visit to this amazing coffee house! The atmosphere was very cute and rustic. The service from the moment we walked in was amazing. Our food was delicious!! We had the sausage egg and cheese muffin, Turkey Brie and red pepper jam muffin, and a bubble waffle with Nutella and bananas. They were out of strawberries but they went out to get more! The staff offered to refill our drinks to go as we were leaving. We will definitely be back! read more

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Had the best little lunch with a friend today. First of all the service was great. My friend had a turkey sandwich with a side and I had a bubble waffle with bananas and peanut butter. Simple but delicious. Coffee was excellent. My only issue has nothing to do with this restaurant - it's the on street parking which can be a little dicey depending on the time of day. Will definitely return to this eatery. read more

Loved the ambiance!! Excellent waitstaff. The crepes were light and fluffy. Highly recommend!!

Beautifully decorated, pristine cleanliness, delicious gourmet-tasting sandwich (we ordered chick pea veggie sandwich, and ham sandwich, with sides of German potato salad, and green salad). We are just driving through from Connecticut, and this place rivals and goes beyond any coffee shop in the Northeast! Skip the line at Simple Twist and go to Guilford Pear! read more

The Gilded Pear Brew House - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Smithfield, North Carolina

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Husband and I just stopped in while en route to Hilton Head. We wanted to try a local spot. Glad we did! The coffee was great. Warmed some milk for coffee for us! Enjoyed the sausage English muffin sandwiches! Great to meet the owner. Worth the 3 miles off the highway. read more

Absolutely beautiful, quaint and charming. The Gilded Pear takes you back to the Gilded Age in aesthetics, but with the charm and kindness of the warm, southern flavors of North Carolina. The coffee is phenomenal, the service top notch and the crêpes are delicious and unique. My favorite coffee spot! read more

Totally adore the Gilded Pear! They have delicious lattes, various specialty coffee and tea drinks, along with savory or sweet crepes, omelettes, breakfast sandwiches. The service is very attentive and the atmosphere is great for meeting friends- love the loft! read more

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I just realized that this coffee shop had opened up in Smithfield and I was very excited. Smithfield was long overdue for a local coffee shop. I was disappointed in this one. The shop is beautiful and the service was pleasant. The disappointment came from the brand of syrups that are used. I am a huge fan of flavored lattes. However, just like most of the local coffee shops that I have visited, this one is using cheap Torani syrups. There are so many better and more authentic syrup options available such as Monin and 1883. This is my first time speaking up via Yelp on my coffee syrup soap box but I feel like it needs to finally be said. I wish the best for this coffee shop but until the quality of the product improves, I won't be back. read more

Love the pimento cheese english muffin and smashed avocado english muffin. Got some baked goods to go for the weekend and they hit the spot. My mom adored the flatbread, and my sister can not get enough of those bubble waffles. The owners are amazing, friendly, and accommodating. Great way to spend a Saturday morn with friends. read more

Just had my first up here and It is worthy of more visits. Coffee and service was very good. The room itself is really nicely/warmly decorated. The people were extremely friendly and customer service minded. read more

Best seasonal lattes I've ever enjoyed! Yummy food and iced coffee. Adorable coffeehouse with friendly staff

Love this place! The atmosphere is quaint and creative. The food was delicious (I had a crepe) and the cafe mocha was outstanding. I really appreciated the extra touch they put forth in a variety of ways. Staff was very friendly. I also bought a few chocolate bombs to take home to the kids. Looking forward to seeing this place during the holidays and trying some more menu items! read more