I would like to share positive feedback regarding a recent trip to the Oak House. The customer service is always top-notch, but today was especially great. I was helped by the nicest young man named Kolten, he was pleasant, and it's nice to see a smiling face when you order! I normally order the strawberry matcha, but today I tried raspberry matcha; this will be my new go-to drink! read more

The lavender latte at Oak House was delicious and perfectly sweetened. My friend got the vanilla cold brew, and it was also delicious. Inside with plenty of seating and lots of choices for coffee and other drinks. Was great and the inside was great. read more

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Walked in an it was somewhat a full house with customers working on their laptops. The staff was nice and knowledgeable of what was offered. I got a decaf iced mocha latte w/ an extra pump of mocha. I didn't need it but it was really good. For my first time visiting, I'd say it was a nice experience. The space is cute and quiet. We didn't stay long but I can surely see myself going back sometime soon. read more

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This has been one of my favorite weekend spots to get work done. The big windows, wood-focused décor, and nicely spaced tables make it a comfortable place to settle in. I also love that there's a full bar - it makes for a seamless transition from my afternoon work grinds to an evening bubbly celebration! I appreciate that they always rotate a seasonal menu and include non-coffee options like matcha or golden lattes. I've tried quite a few of the seasonal lattes over the years--they're always decent, though not standout. Food here follows the same pattern: never bad, but not especially memorable. Recently I have noticed that i need to watch out for upcharges. I recently ordered a latte with two syrups (modifying a seasonal drink) and swapped whole milk for oat milk, and it came to $9 before tax. Service can be hit or miss - sometimes very friendly, other times clearly overwhelmed. A fun bonus is that they sell local candles that are actually fantastic. I'll keep coming back for the atmosphere, even though this isn't my go-to place if I crave for a good coffee or if I am grabbing a quick drink to go. Service: 3/5 Drink 3/5 Atmosphere 5/5 read more

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Delightful little coffee shop in downtown Durham. Friendly baristas, decent sized space and wall outlets, what more could you ask for! Coffee was great as expected and my sister enjoyed her matcha though she needed some extra sweetener. Love that all their matches already come with oat milk. read more

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Well came in for tea the first day. Staff was somewhat rude. Came back the next day to enjoy some coffee. Well let's just say rude is complementary. Order the apple cake thing. It was good, but this dude puts it in a bag. Man I am eating it here. Atmosphere is nice besides the what you wanna call it. Thanks to the lady making my coffee, sista I appreciate you. read more

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I ordered an iced American from The Oak House and thoroughly enjoyed it. The coffee was smooth and not too strong. I had quick service and enjoyed the ambiance inside the store, even though I ordered my drink to go. I'd love to come back and spend some time working in the cafe! read more

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This was the first time I've been back to Oak House in like 2 years and had a pretty disappointing experience tbh. I think it's definitely a great place to work, but the drink quality wasn't that good. I got the s'mores latte (marshmallow latte with mocha), which was a seasonal special. It was terribly sweet and I couldn't finish it; I had also asked for it hot, but received an iced drink. Given the high caliber of coffee shops in Durham, I probably won't be coming back here but I do remember it being better in the past. Service was fast but obvs not very attentive. Ambiance is nice, lots of windows, seating, and open space. There's free parking in City of Durham garages on weekends and weekdays after 7pm. 6/10 would maybe recommend, maybe they were just having an off day. read more

The Oak House Durham - S'mores Latte - Wine Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Absolutely terrible experience. Went here for a beer before the Bulls game on Thursday and we were served the worst beers I've ever had. Both were warm and flat! Apparently their CO2 lines are messed up but they didn't tell us that until after we paid. We had to add ice cubes to make them somewhat drinkable and after altering the bartenders to our displeasure they did nothing to compensate. Really just a disgraceful experience, especially for a place that we had enjoyed going to for years. We won't be back again read more

Stopped by for some chai tea to go. There looked to about 3 people working behind the counter and a few tables were seated as well as about 3 walk ins. Service was good and drinks were made to order so they took about 5 minutes to complete our order. I drink a lot of chai, and my expectations are moderate to high when I walk in locally owned coffee spots ( at least to be better than the place with the green fish lady and cup). And unfortunately this place fell short. I always do almond or non dairy milk. And they did have those options- yay! But the drink tasted like spiced milk not tea with milk in it.and I walked slowly and sadly back down the street w my hot milk. read more

A very well-decorated and comfortable place to get some coffee for a date or to sit alone and do work. The latte I ordered was good, though nothing to write home about, and I didn't wait long to get it. Overall, a great coffee shop with good character. I would come back! read more

Now that I tried it out many times I decided I will no longer will be making the commute. The area hasn't been very safe the past few times I have gone which has led to me with increased anxiety so it's personally not worth it anymore. The coffee is sometimes excellent like my first impression, but it changes every visit from amazing to tolerable and slightly bitter. Im not looking forward to a palm sized chocolate croissant thats still the original price as the huge ones they used to have. Staff is always lovely, and the place itself is decorated very nice too. I still recommend though, just not for me anymore :( read more

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I walked into a fun coffee spot that looks like college students probably take up all of the tables regularly. It's cozy and relaxed. I wanted an Iced Mocha, but unfortunately, they were out of chocolate. So I grabbed an amazing Iced Macha with a pump of syrup. Delicious! My mom liked her Eggnog drink, though the fact that it was hot put her off a little. The staff seemed happy to be there and were helpful when my mom didn't know what she wanted. I will be back! read more

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Roach infestation. And All of their over priced food comes from Costco and a bakery, where they basically scam the civilians of Downtown Durham by pricing things twice as much as they actually cost if not way more than they actually would cost if you just got a Costco card. I went down the street to the ninth Street bakery. read more

Tasty, full size coffee. My hot mocha was great. Also has baked goods and happy hour drinky drinks.

Great atmosphere and amazing coffee. I highly recommend. The service was great too. I had one of the speciality lattes and it was fantastic read more

Our group needed a little pick me up caffeine stop before dinner so we headed over to The Oak House in downtown Durham. I ordered a hot maple spice latte to share with hubby. Excellent latte! Great flavor with nice creaminess and just a hint of sweetness. I really enjoyed it especially since it was cold out. I would definitely stop by again if I was in the area! read more

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We hosted three of our nieces and nephews and their partners here for pre-dinner drinks on a Friday evening at 6:30pm. Derrick served us up some coffee and the nice bottle of champagne for our table! Six glasses and everyone toasted our being together again! Well, I toasted with my espresso but it was good as well! The art work on the walls was definitely unique. I had fun trying to name the untitled pieces. Art should go in a new direction to visit a place never before seen! This qualifies! There wasn't any food but the drinks hit the spot! We headed out for a larger family gathering down the street and celebrated life is good with new beginnings! read more

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Omg. The espresso martini. It is literally to die for. And I can't wait to go back for another one. A coffee house and cocktail bar - it's perfect for drinkers and non drinkers alike read more

Cozy feeling yet expansive coffee shop offering plenty of seating options from couches and tables to bar seating, allowing for a fantastic spot to meetup with groups small or large, or even get some work done. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, offering efficient service, and the coffee was decent, all offered at a fair price. Would definitely recommend and return. read more

Ordered a cappuccino that was just milky. Couldn't taste the espresso. The employee was also not friendly. When I spend my hard earned money to spoil myself with such a treat, I really want it to taste good. read more

Some of the best coffee ever. The service was so incredible and the coffee was great. The place was super clean. I would highly recommend going here if you are just walking the streets in Durham and want a mouthful of flavors. 10/10. read more

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I was bummed about my experience at this place. Parking was tough. Customer service here wasn't the friendliest. My order was wrong which I realized after I got to my car. Bathroom was a bit dirty. The Ham and Cheddar Croissant had ham in it that tasted and looked spoiled. read more

A good to sometimes great coffee. They have a good selection of drinks and the inside has a nice vibe to it. Usually has a nice crowd and have never had issues with orders or wait time. A great spot in downtown Durham read more

Atmosphere: The Oak House is a rustic, warm cafe and bar. There's a decent amount of seating inside, but it can be hard to find a spot during busier hours. If you're able to snag a spot, this is a great spot for studying, working, or catching up with friends. Service: The baristas are friendly, and drinks are made quickly! Food: We've tried their different "matcha" lattes (green, purple, and pink), as well as various espresso drinks. We enjoyed the Purple Matcha, which is made with maqui berry powder. However, the Pink Matcha, made with dragon fruit powder, was pretty flavorless and chalky. Their actual matcha was similarly chalky and tasted mostly like milk. We were bigger fans of their coffee, notably their seasonal Blueberry Pancake Latte as well as their White Chocolate Raspberry Mocha. Overall: The Oak House has both great ambiance and drinks. Their coffee definitely impressed us more than their "matchas," so we'd recommend giving their espresso menu items a try! read more

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Vanilla iced latte was perfect! I'm not a huge fan of Counter culture coffee (which most coffee shops in the area use), but not this one. This one uses Carborro coffee. The place itself is on the smaller side but has plenty of seating. Good environment to get some work done. read more

This place was a lifesaver. We were on our way home toward the tail end of a travel-heavy day and were exhausted and thirsty. The Oak House won our business by virtue of being open and slinging caffeine, and it won our praise by doing so well. Nutella lattes were among the seasonal coffee offerings, and they were smooth, refreshing, and delicious. Beyond that, The Oak House is nicely appointed. The woodwork and chalkboard drink lists add old-fashioned charm. While we only glanced at the latter, the selection seemed plentiful. The bar-coffee shop combination doesn't always work (one sometimes suffers for the sake of the other), but The Oak House certainly seemed to have its act together. read more

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Love the ambience here. Super chill, low key, mood lighting, relaxed, oaky (not surprising). Perfect place to get a coffee or drink with a friend. Friendly staff. Good drinks. Good balance of not being packed but also not packed. I've been coming here for years for coffee but only recently for the first time for drinks! The wine was delightful and super reasonably priced! My last thing to try is their whiskey (I know, coffee, tea, wine and whiskey - incredible combo right?) - it's def on the to do list! read more

Cute little coffee place with a simple menu. Tried the pumpkin spice latte and it was the perfect amount of spice and not too sweet. I also tried the pumpkin pop tart pastry! So good and flaky. read more

Amazing service. Nice vibe. Clean. We had a coffee and a hot chocolate, along with two pasties. All of them were outstanding. Cannot wait to go back' read more

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This is easily my favorite coffee shop in Durham, mainly because they make great green tea lattes. A favorite of mine is their hojicha latte, which has a great roasted nutty flavor and is not overly sweet. They also offer fun and creative seasonal flavors like a blueberry matcha latte and a cereal milk latte, both of which I have tried and thoroughly enjoyed as they were tastefully made. The interior is a warm, cozy and intimate space, perfect for studying or catching up with friends. The baristas are friendly and really helpful for questions about the menu. Overall, I'd recommend this coffee shop to any caffeine fanatic because they truly make the best drinks. read more

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Quiet and calm atmosphere downtown Durham. Great hot drinks to warm up during a cold winter day. read more

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This was without a doubt one of the wildest coffee shop experiences I've ever had lol. I was visiting Durham and searching for the best matcha in town. After searching online for "the best matcha in durham", I came across The Oak House. (I say that to say we literally came here for the matcha). I saw via their menu on Yelp that they had several types of matcha (I believe 6 dif types?) AND that they had gf vegan pastries. I was stoked! We got there and I saw immediately that they didn't have any gf vegan pastries. No biggie- I figured they probs ran out? I got up to the counter to order a matcha latte and I saw that the menu (which is hand written- so they def have the ability to change it...) had "matcha" and below it "matcha varieties". After chatting with the cashier, I learn that not only do they not have *regular* matcha, the "matcha variety" they do have is a golden milk latte...which is not at all matcha. Lol. Then I ask what teas they have - bc they have on the menu "tea" and "tea latte"...and they proceed to tell me they don't have any teas... !? and then another employee behind the counter chimes in to say that they do have chai. So I order a chai with soy milk. Which should be a "tea latte" right? Whelp she charged me for the matcha instead which was over $8! And the tea latte is only $4.25 I believe? It ended up being this long back and forth for several minutes bc neither of the employees knew how to refund. And then my friend in line behind me tried to order- and they didn't have cold brew...HAHA. (That's 4 or 5 things that they don't have out of their only like 10 items on the menu?) And instead of giving her her drink for free (to make up for my almost 4 dollars of overcharge) they gave her a 10% discount and handed me some change from their tip jar. By the end of us finally being able to order- there was a huge line behind us. THEN we sat there waiting for a good 10 minutes and my friend still hadn't gotten her drink - so she went up to ask about it and they were totally clueless about it and made it for her right away. The two stars are for the chai bc it was pretty good- and also bc the two employees were pretty nice. It was just quite an unfortunate experience though. I feel like the whole situation could have been avoided by training your employees to be able to refund, UPDATING YOUR MENU daily/as needed when changes are made (or having a large updated note at the register telling customers if an item - or multiple items in this case- is unavailable), being willing to give a complimentary drink to make up for all of the hassle and the overcharge, and having a better system in place for orders (like an automatic order system when you charge the item- instead of having your employees write the order down, bc I think what happened is that the cashier forgot to write my friends order out) Clearly this spot is a hit for a lot of people bc it was packed inside- but def don't go here expecting for your drink to be available haha read more

I admit that I grabbed coffee from here 3-times this week! It's about a half-mile walk to "The Oak House" but it's worth it to get some exercise in along with amazing coffee! The staff is friendly and always welcoming which is a huge plus. The coffee shop is beautiful! One of the most classy I've seen in the area. It's literally a bar -- coffee and alcoholic beverages. I'm loving the vibe! The space not too small or too big, just enough seating for everyone. The lattes are delicious! It's pumpkin spice season so that's what I've been getting. The flavors are amazing and the coffee keeps me motivated. I've found my new favorite coffee shop in Durham! read more

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I can't believe I hadn't visited The Oak House sooner! My friend and I came by this morning after reading some great reviews on here and decided to try some iced drinks. They were so delicious and reasonably priced (under $5 each!) and service was super friendly to top it off. I highly recommend the iced chai!! I would definitely come back to The Oak House next time I'm downtown, either for an ambient workspace or just to chat with friends. read more

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Such a rad spot on Main St! If I lived here I would be here all the time. It's got all my favorite things: house-roasted coffee, local craft beers, wines from the best regions of California, Italy, Argentina and more, bar seating, strong wifi, outlets, and parking close by. The staff are so nice and knowledgeable on their products. I really have nothing bad to say about this place. My family and I came here to grab drinks and play some intense family card games. We grabbed the community table in the back, ordered our beverages and the staff brought over a couple jugs of complimentary water for us to share. The background music was at perfect level, the place was bumping but not too crowded for comfort, and all seemed to be really enjoying themselves. My family headed out and I stayed to work for a couple hours, which naturally meant finding the perfect beer to accompany me. The bartenders were hilarious informing me about their beers and giving me taste testers to make sure I found the perfect one. The Starpoint DIPA was amazing but the keg was tapped so I ended up going with a non-local sour. I also got a cold brew to-go for the next morning which was delicious, low in acidity and easy to sip on throughout the morning. Oak House is big on locally sourcing. If I understood correctly, their pastries are from the local bakery Whisk & Rye, the use a local creamery for their milks, and their teas are local. They have live music nights, run groups, tastings and board game nights. It's a great spot to grab coffee and a pastry in the morning, and enjoy drinks with friends at night. I recommend for working, as well. Definitely check this place out, I know I'll be back! read more

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The cutest little coffee shop! The coffee was delicious and so was the lemon poppy seed cake. It was the perfect atmosphere and the staff were very friendly. read more

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Great atmosphere, better coffee. Miguel made the most delicious custom latte I've ever had!

The Oak House Durham is quaint and very comfortable. The coffee, danish, and great customer service was amazing. Olivia was simply a blessing. Will be back for sure. read more

No exaggeration there are maybe 100 black flies inside the place all over the big windows/glass. As if something died inside. I brought it up to the person at the register and she said "I'll let the manager know. It feels disgusting. The picture I am including is a fraction of what you can see in person. read more

The Oak House Durham - Black flies. They are not on the menu but all over the place. - Wine Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina