Tin Roof Teas is a cute store in Raleigh. They sell many unique blends of teas and will custom…read moreprepare the amount you want versus the prepared selections etc. There were so many selections it was hard to choose but I bought a lovely blend of lemon and blueberry which is delicious. I use a teaspoon of tea leaves per cup and it's rich and bold flavor is perfect on its own or with a bit of honey. They sell many accessories as well and the gift ideas are endless. I loved all the special honey blends too as that's my go to in my tea. The staff was great and helped me figure out the type of tea I would enjoy.

Listen up, tea lovers!!! If you love loose tea, teapots, and other tea accessories, this is your…read moreplace. The staff is very helpful if you need assistance selecting the best tea for your taste or needs. My personal faves are the Moroccan Mint and the Nettle Leaf, but I haven't tried as many as I would like. You can also buy just a cup of tea to enjoy then and there if you aren't interested in taking tea home. Love the shopping center location. There is a Barnes and Noble right next door and lots of cool shops. You can pick up some tea and then take a nice little stroll to do some window shopping.

Fable is becoming one of my favorite coffee shop and book store. I love the cozy vibes and it's…read moresmall but offers a lot. Inside the shop there is some sitting both downstairs and upstairs. Outside has a good amount of sitting and plenty of shade. I've been enjoying trying their monthly specialty drinks. I also like how there are non dairy milk options. There is also a few book clubs, which is cool. Parking feels limited at first but I've learned that you can park in the back back on the grass or the the left side going into the back.

Perfectly fine coffee shop that's totally a house…read more Charming set-up on a strip of road where homeowners are obsessed with the American flag. It's 1776 over there. Parking seems like it would be nonexistent on a busy day. I was there at noon on a Sunday. I like how they straight up turned a house into a shop. I like how it was so peaceful inside and outside. I like their event schedule. I like the focus on books. I like the ultra fast wifi and nice pastries. What I'm no fan of is the very obvious target market of moms, leaving me feel a bit left out. It's super in-your-face. But hey, I guess stay-at-home mothers need stuff to do too. Can't see myself returning, so I wish them all the luck in the world. Best, A.

Yay a tea shop in Garner! After a relaxing yoga class at Zin, we walked here for tea. We were…read moregreeted upon arrival by a friendly employee who told us about the shop. Steep Right Up creates their own tea blends and sells local products (like cookies!). Samples are provided on longer days (e.g. Thurs/Fri). and at some events. There were no brewed tea samples on the day we visited, but we did receive delicious shortbread cookie samples. The shop has tables in the middle and tea blends for sale on the left and right sides of the shop. The tea products are organized well and available in various sizes. Sample containers are next to the blends if you want to smell them. These canisters also have the tea prices on them (since the individual bags are not labelled). I decided on the chocolate sampler ($25). The chocolate pu'er tea paired well with the matcha shortbread cookie ($5). Overall, we had a positive experience here and recommend this shop to others!

I've been here a couple of times, the tea is amazing and very high quality! There's so many…read morevarieties of tea to buy from and order. I love how there's equipment available to buy for home brewing too! The vibe is very warm and cozy, feels very welcoming. The owner Melodie is also very nice and gives great service! You can 100% tell she loves what she does.

This is presently a little pop-up window in downtown Raleigh. They offer matcha with oat milk and…read moreunorthodox flavor combinations. I went for a cornbread matcha. Hey, we're in the south right? They offered a slight discount on their smaller size, but even their large size was not a huge cup or anything. I got moderate but not excessive ice. The cornbread was one of the weirder matcha combos I've ever tried (and I've been around the block a few times with this stuff), but I have to say it worked. Their syrup had little bits of what were clearly real corn kernels and was just sweet enough to make for an intriguing experience. I'm a little peeved when I get charged as if I'm sitting down at a cafe with free wifi and a clean restroom and all I get is a cup from a takeout window, but if these guys ever do open a brick and mortar I'll probably give it a try.

I get so excited when I see Littlefoot Matcha pop-ups. The matcha is delicious especially with the…read moreflavorful syrups. Matcha lattes are $6.50 plus $1.50 for syrup. The flavors and beverages vary by event. I like the maple sesame and the strawberry syrups. I need to ask for less ice next time as they put a lot in the iced matchas.

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!

Who doesn't enjoy visiting a local cafe while supporting a great cause?…read more Esteamed coffee is a non-profit coffee shop in downtown Cary. They provide meaningful jobs and social opportunities for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. The cafe sells coffee, tea, pastries, and locally crafted gifts. They have seasonal offerings, nearby parking, restrooms, and indoor and outdoor seating. Leashed dogs are allowed on the outdoor patio. We visited on a weekend morning. The cottage was bright, welcoming, and bustling. As we waited in line, an employee greeted us, presented the menu, and answered our questions. The walls around us were adorned in beautiful paintings. The line moved at a steady rate and soon we were enjoying our drinks and pastries at an indoor table. Overall, we had a positive experience here and recommend this cafe to others!

This place is so artistic. It's really a fun place to chill and get a great cup of coffee…read more I got the honeycomb latte with whip and it was perfectly sweet. The espresso was just right and balanced out the sweetness of the honey and toffee. The baristas were all so friendly and kind. The pastries looked amazing as well but I didn't grab anything this time. Next time I'm in town I'll definitely try something else! My friend got a cold brew with a splash of coconut and it was also really nice and mellow. The price was super affordable! The upstairs is really cool. It looks like a nice place to study and relax. We will definitely be back!

Every Saturday I visit a different coffee shop, and this week I chose Wake Forest Coffee Company…read more Wake Forest Coffee Company is located in historic downtown Wake Forest on White Street. It's nestled in between many other shops on White. It's spacious with several tables and chairs, a great place to meet a friend, read a book or get some work done. They have outdoor seating as well. The service is great, everyone is friendly and excited to help. They have several options: coffee, teas, matcha, hot chocolate, smoothies, frappes and a variety of pastries. I ordered a Nutcracker Latte, hot and a pumpkin muffin. The Nutcracker was pretty good and the pumpkin muffin was excellent. I'll definitely go back and try other menu items!

Great coffee, great service. Fairly efficient with the drive thru! I love their seasonal drinks and…read moresometimes wish they had those on the menu all year round!

Visiting from out of town, coffee was good and fruit smoothies were alright. Long line but moved…read morereasonably quick. Good experience :)

Excellent service & my iced tuxedo mocha is delicious! Baristas alwere friendly & made great coffee.read more

This is def a hidden gem! I'm a supporter of Joe Van Gogh and have been to most of the locations…read moreand when I found that this one was in my neighborhood, I was psyched! This location is connected to a medical office/building and has plenty of free parking. There's a few tables and chairs for outside seating and a more open concept for indoor seating including bar stools. This is a great location for quiet remote work. I've yet to see much socializing at this location but others definitely have that vibe. I love how they have various seasonal offerings each month. The syrups are homemade and not overly sweet. And they offer several nondairy options including macadamia milk. Service is always friendly and prompt. Definitely a part of my regular rotation.