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    The Oak House

    4.6 (29 reviews)
    Open • 7:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Soy vanilla latte, ham & cheese croissant on this fine day $8.97
    Nicole F.

    Note: This review is for the cafe portion. Love love LOVE this place. This place is EXACTLY what Elon was missing. If you've read my previous reviews, I always said this school was missing a good coffee & tea joint to study at. The establishment is broken into two sections. The left side has shorter tables and couches with a more lounge feel- this is the cafe area. The right side is the bar area with higher bar-height tables. But during the day, students can be found studying on both sides. Music is typical coffee house music. A mix of American rock, grass roots, indie music. This place just opened a few months ago and seems to already be popular. I got a small latte $2.90. Pretty reasonably priced..cheaper than the Acorn a few doors down. I'm sad that I have already graduated and won't be able to make this my regular go to study spot. But I'm sure this place will do just fine! Great selection of locally baked goods. I forsee them having more food options in the future. If you stop in, introduce yourself to the owner, Phil. He is the mastermind behind all of this. So thankful he brought this establishment to campus. It is a perfect fit for Elon: classy, chic, simple, with a splash of hipster. P.S. Free internet. Reception isn't amazing, but I use my Elon login out here.

    Caramel macchiato and bacon cheddar scone
    Eva R.

    A cute coffee shop located right on Elon's campus. It is partly a coffee shop but also a bar on the other side. I came one morning and had a caramel machiatto and scone. The scone was warmed up and delicous. The caramel machiatto was perfect, just the right amount of sweetness. A great place to get some work done or catch up with friends.

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

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    4 years ago

    Best place to grab a coffee in Elon. Friendly staff, gluten-free and vegan options & a great ambiance for studying and mingling.

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    7 years ago

    Love the OakHouse. Coffee is always great as well as the service. They have good music and Phil is a fantastic proprietor. Lifetime customer

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    5 years ago

    They have great coffee and great service very quick with showing people that they know their coffee!

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    9 years ago

    Great coffee and lattes on one side, a wide variety of beers and wine on the other side. They sometimes have good live music too

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    11 years ago

    Great local place always offering great specials on local wines and beers.

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    11 years ago

    Great selection of craft brews on one side of OH, great coffee and pastries on the other. Relaxing place to hang out, nice atmosphere too

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    Piedmont Ale House - Spicy Garlic Wings

    Piedmont Ale House

    2.9(153 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    Piedmont Ale House is a neighborhood bar and grill tucked away into an unassuming strip mall. They…read morehave a small outdoor patio, the main seating area and bar, and a separate connected room with several larger tables for groups of four or more. My husband and I stopped in on a Thursday evening around 7pm and the place was pretty full. We sat ourselves at a table in the back room, and I noticed how laid back the place was, which is something I really appreciate. Sadly, it seemed that the relaxed vibe extended a bit too far and reflected on their cleanliness, as I noticed all of the chair rails were dusty, the floors a bit littered, our table sticky, and the plastic menus in need of replacing. Service, however, was wonderful. Our waitress was friendly and pretty attentive given how busy she was. My husband was happy with their on tap beer selection, deciding on Red Oak ($3 on Thursdays!). I went with a margarita and it wasn't the best, but thankfully I didn't pay much for it since it was also on special. They were out of the southwestern egg rolls I initially ordered, so I ended up going with the Philly cheesesteak and homemade chips. I enjoyed the cheesesteak's fresh bread; plenty of tender meat, peppers, and onions; and gooey cheese. It could have used more mayonnaise, but it was still quite good. The homemade chips were tasty but undercooked; if I had been hungrier, I definitely would have returned them and asked for a fresh batch. My husband absolutely devoured the cheeseburger and fries he ordered. He said that it was one of the best burgers he's had in quite a while, and this is a guy who loves burgers and eats them often. I want to return to Piedmont Ale House in the future. I think there are some things they seem to do really well, namely burgers and beer at really reasonable prices!

    Great sports bar. We've been several times and have always had a good experience. I particularly…read morelike the buffalo chicken sandwich. There are plenty of TVs if you want to watch sports, and the place has a cool feel. Will definitely go back in the future.

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    Piedmont Ale House - Sante Fe Chicken Sandwich with Sweet Potato Chips

    Sante Fe Chicken Sandwich with Sweet Potato Chips

    Piedmont Ale House - These wings had no flavor no brining, no seasoning please do not eat this place

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    These wings had no flavor no brining, no seasoning please do not eat this place

    Toasty Kettlyst - Entrance

    Toasty Kettlyst

    4.8(13 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    Toasty was the first stop in my friend and I'd beer road trip for the day. I'd never been to…read moreGibsonville before but was excited to see the giant model train set that's prominently featured in the middle of town (Known as the Gibsonville Garden RR - look for details online for when it operates). This would make for a fun outing with the kids as there is also a red caboose stationed in town as well. They certainly embrace their railroad history. On to what you're probably looking for, a review of the brewery. There is street parking available and a good number of spots. Not sure if it's free or not during the week. We arrived right at 12, so there were only three people there. The interior is mostly white, but they either chiseled away or put drywall up to expose brick. My friend and I both ordered the Wexford Red Irish ale. It was your typical amber beer. You could choose from several IPAs or other dark beers. Overall, nothing too memorable but a nice spot to stop by when you have time.

    The first time I came here there was no Yelp Page so I had to add a page for their business. This…read morebrewery hasn't been open very long and I've passed by this place several times. The staff is very friendly here and allows you to sample whatever beer you'd like before you make a choice. I love supporting local businesses and breweries. I've only had 2 of their beers but today that's gonna change! I will follow up with another update to this review shortly! Update: Beers I've had 1. Doppnator 2. Wee Bit Export 3. Gateway of India, IPA 4. Industrious Porter 5. Warrior Knight 6. Alt Refresh 7. Calibrator 8. Retro BSA So far all of these beers are great except the British Strong Ale which may not be my cup of tea and the industrious Porter. However, the porter tasted good I just couldn't drink a full glass. It's a heavy beer but that's expected with porters.

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    Toasty Kettlyst - Support local!

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    Drake's - Eel Roll

    Drake's

    3.5(271 reviews)
    2.3 mi
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    Stopped by Drake's in Burlington last night around 9:30 PM with my nephew, and overall this was a…read morevery good experience. The food came out looking great. Everything was presented well, tasted good, and despite it being later in the evening, nothing about the meal or experience felt rushed or like we were getting the "end of the night" version of anything from them. Our server, Ty, was excellent. Professional, attentive, friendly, and simply good at her job. She stayed on top of everything without being too much, made sure we had what we needed, and helped make the entire experience enjoyable, which meant a lot to her since this was my nephew's first time here. The one area I'd improve is addressing the front door host area. Last night we stood there a bit longer than necessary, waiting for a hostess, before my nephew noticed the sign next to the stand telling guests to find their own seats. Once we saw it, no problem whatsoever. We grabbed a booth and carried on. BUT even better, if there isn't someone dedicated to the hostess stand later in the evening, a quick "Welcome in! Feel free to grab a seat anywhere" from someone nearby or working the bar (about 10-12 feet away from the front door) would immediately make the experience feel more intentional and welcoming. That's a relatively small issue, but it's also the difference between a very good (5-star) experience and a slightly lower one. Overall, good food, great presentation, and excellent service from Ty. She represented Drake's extremely well and absolutely deserves the recognition.

    Drakes has a lot of high top tables. The menu has a wide range of options that will surely satisfy…read moreyour entire group's appetite. They have a range of appetizers, burgers, tacos, and even sushi! I was actually very impressed their side salad. My quesadilla was so good. It was huge. I had leftovers. My son loved his tots and chicken tenders. I had an adult beverage and it was pretty good. They were busy for the holiday. The service was a bit slow, but our waiter was very nice. If your group can't decide on where to eat, this is your best bet. I'm telling you, they have something for everyone.

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    Drake's - My man looking at the menu. Hmmm sushi  or a burger

    My man looking at the menu. Hmmm sushi or a burger

    Drake's - Bacon cheeseburger with fries. Great choice.

    Bacon cheeseburger with fries. Great choice.

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