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    Third Place Coffee House

    4.0 (121 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Croissants and baked goods
    Katie T.

    It's hard to believe that after living in Raleigh for 12 years I just made it to Third Place. The parking situation (lack of) always turned me off. With $10 in hand from my Offline Raleigh deal, I told myself to be patient and headed over before work. I went on a Wednesday morning at 8 and, miraculously, there was parking in the four spots they have for pick up! Be aware the spots are pretty narrow. I was greeted upon walking in and the barista walked me through the menu as I was indecisive. I ordered a medium vanilla latte, extra hot, and a BLGT. This toasted (sesame) bagel had bacon, spinach (too much!), goat cheese and tomato. I'd order it again and ask for less spinach, and probably get the Michaels English muffin. My drink was the right temperature and wasn't too sweet. I picked up a bagel with cream cheese for my boss and she said it was good. I didn't grab an interior photo, but they have different "stalls" set up with tables along the wall sectioned off by dividers. They would make good work spots during the day.

    Friendly place for breakfast.
    Brian V.

    I stumbled into this place after I finished getting my hair cut at the 5 points barber shop. When I walked in I recognized the gentlemen behind the counter as the guy that helped me locate the barber shop earlier that morning and he recognized me as well. I ordered a coffee and a breakfast burrito which had eggs, cheese, pico de gallo, spinach, and I added bacon and avocado. I sat on a leather loveseat next to the coffee making station and sipped my coffee while I waited for my burrito. The coffee station had oat, almond and half and half as well as cinnamon, honey and various other sweeteners. I went with honey and oat milk. When my burrito was ready the other gentlemen behind the counter apologized for it taking a while and explained that one of the 2 elements in their stove blew last evening so everything was taking twice as long to cook. I wasn't in a hurry and I didn't think I had been waiting long anyway so I said "no worries" and sat down to eat. The burrito looked scrumptious and was thick with the various fillings and it tasted great!

    Cinnamon roll, iced latte, and an americano
    Elizabeth B.

    I really like Third Place! It beats all the chain coffee places around and I love the cozy vibe. It's a casual neighborhood coffee place that offers lots of yummy pastry items and good vibes!

    Iced Americano with an eco friendly straw - quite tasty!
    Allison P.

    This place is exactly why I love and adore Raleigh. Tucked in the heart of Five Points, parking can be a bit tricky, but I lucked out with one of the spots reserved for the cafe in the lot next door. I was greeted by a sweet pup on the patio, and the girls behind the counter (also both named Allison!) were super friendly when I walked in. Alli and Allison knew the names of probably three quarters of the people that walked through the door in the three hours I spent here, giving you a small town feel in a pretty big city. There's a variety of seating options, free WiFi and tons of outlets which makes this place great for working. The noise level is anywhere from quiet to loud just depending on how many people are there. I never had any trouble with conference calls. I tried the English muffin with bacon, egg and cheese for breakfast. The English muffin had to be homemade because it was so soft on the inside but crisp and seasoned on the outside. Perfect ratio of bacon to eggs to ooey gooey cheese. To drink I got an iced americano with vanilla flavoring - it was the perfect level of sweetness to balance out the salt of the breakfast sandwich! The straws are even eco-friendly (just be very gentle with them). This is a bit out of the way for me, but I will definitely be back for the people watching and awesome food and coffee!

    Sexy freaky thing. (Cold brew with 2 shots)
    Spri J.

    One might assume that parking would be pretty annoying along this one-lane strip, but I've been here four times and have always managed to find that one space right in front of the shop. Maybe I'm just lucky when it comes to coffee? I must be to have found a place like this. Everything about Third Place is relaxed. The atmosphere is so mellow that it charms me into having a seat and people-watch instead of doing the old "grab and go." There's lots of room for that too. I've seen it packed, but never so crowded that not everyone gets a seat. A disco ball hangs from a ceiling adorned with retro lamps and track lighting. You can buy tea pots, kombucha, coffee beans, magazines, a wooden duck, a mannequin head wearing party hats, and light food, among other things. At the counter is an idol in a barrel. Set it free and it shows you its immense man meat. No...not joking. Today I'm having an iced, cold brewed 12 oz coffee laced with two espresso shots. It's smooth and foamy with a creeping kick that I'm expecting to feel more and more as the minutes tick by. It's washing down a bacon and egg asiago bagel sandwich. The egg was wholly uninviting, like processed balony out of a plastic pack, but the bacon was perfect, as was the bagel. The outside seating is plentiful and just as laid back as the interior, but never seems to lure me in. Maybe I enjoy the easy music. It could be the never ending flux of pretty girls haunting the place. No idea, but there's always time to try it out. I don't see this fine business leaving us any time soon.

    Laptop and breakfast burrito at Third Place Coffee House
    Bruce K.

    Small coffee shop but a regular crowd of folks here getting their morning caffeine fix to stay and to go. A few tables inside and a couple tables outside, too. My latte was nicely prepared and had a good foam. The coffee was good. I also read that the breakfast burrito was the thing to do here, so I got one of those too. Very nicely stuffed with eggs and cheese and spinach and probably some more. Very hot and very filling. A nice place to hang out with your laptop for a while.

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    Cozy, delicious, and the breakfast burrito is SO good. I can't wait to eat here again!

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    Love the atmosphere of this place... Nice and comfortable and cozy... The coffee is always delicious and the smoothies as well

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    My favorite coffee spot in Raleigh! I get the Vanilla Oat Milk Latte and it's great. Cozy spot with awesome service

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    BREW Coffee Bar - McNeill Point

    BREW Coffee Bar - McNeill Point

    4.1(81 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    Stopped by Brew Coffee Bar while working in Cary and it turned out to be a great, convenient find…read more There's plenty of parking in the shopping center, which makes getting in and out easy. When you walk inside, you're greeted by a large, open space with a clean, minimalist design that feels modern without being cold. The menu is where this place stands out. There are a lot of fun choices, including several unique options you don't see at most coffee spots, which makes it worth exploring beyond your usual order. I kept it simple and went with a red eye, and it delivered--good, solid coffee with the extra kick you want when you're in the middle of a workday. Overall, a convenient stop with a cool atmosphere and a menu that brings something a little different to the table. Definitely a good spot to keep in mind if you're in the Cary area.

    We came here looking to try a new coffee place, unfortunately Brew is just OK. The size of the…read morecoffee they give you is TINY!! Look at my boyfriend's hand for comparison. It's about 4 sips for $5. Pretty disappointing as they only offer one size. We had the avocado toast which was good, but, for $11 it's not quite worth the price. We spent almost $40 here for the two of us (2 drinks and 2 avocado toasts) and it is NOT worth the price point. Bigger sizes are definitely needed for the coffees. Overall, nothing special.

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    Benchwarmers Bagels And Coffee

    4.1(254 reviews)
    2.2 mi

    I've been a regular benchwarmer customer for a years now and they are one of my favorite breakfast…read moreplaces in Raleigh, but there are some things you should know before going. Their bagels are wood fired so they're not your traditional style of bagels and are a bit harder and chewier. Their variety of cream cheese flavors is what really sets them apart in my opinion - they very dense and creamy. They also have a very unique menu with many different seasonal offerings that rotate frequently. Over the years, I've fine tuned down my order to a couple things each of which I think are 10/10 and some of the best breakfast options in Raleigh! - Grits bagel with dulce pecan or fruit cream cheese (I prefer the grits bagel over plain) - Poppy bagel with spiced honey cream cheese (warning the poppy bagel can be a little messy but worth it) - Breakfast sandwich with sausage and American cheese (sausage is the best - a little sweet and spicy) Every time I go, the staff is always very nice and provides quick service. It can be busy during the mornings and weekends, however they do offer online ordering where you can easily pick up your food and avoid the lines. This location is in transfer food hall, which has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, however they also have a new standalone location that recently opened. If you go to that location, I definitely recommend trying the coconut caramel latte!

    This is the cutest little coffee/bagel shop. I loved the sports themed and there was plenty of…read moreseating. I ordered the chicken salad bagel and it was AMAZING. I loved the spice I got from the hot honey but the savory taste of the chicken. The service was super quick and the staff was super helpful!

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    Boulted Bread

    Boulted Bread

    4.7(424 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    The same ownership as Benchwarmer Bagels. They really know bread. I got here at almost closing…read moretime, and I wish that I had come earlier because almost everything was sold out. I got: 1. A bialy (bee-AH-lee) is a traditional Polish-Jewish bread roll, similar to a bagel but with key differences: it is baked, not boiled, has a dimpled center filled with onion bits and poppy seeds, and is generally softer and less dense. Originating in Białystok, Poland, these rolls are traditionally served plain or toasted with toppings like butter or schmear. 2. Rye shortbread. Not too sweet. Just perfection! 3. Bran biscotti. I like the idea of a high-fiber bran biscotti over a refined flour one. 4. Buchi Tepache. I got the mango-pineapple flavor. This is a local NC brand. It's a mildly fermented drink that originated in Mexico. I got the ingredients from their website (drinkbuchi.com): Organic Tibicos (Water, Organic Fair Trade Certified™* Cane Sugar, Organic Kefir Culture), Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Organic Mango Puree, Organic Pineapple Juice Concentrate, Organic Whole Lemon Puree, Organic Mango Natural Flavor, Organic Pineapple Natural Flavor, Organic Monk Fruit Extract. 5. The baguette. Unlike a refined flour white bread baguette at La Farm Bakery, this one is made of a red wheat flour. Turkey Red flour is an heirloom, organic hard red winter wheat brought to Kansas in 1873 by Mennonite immigrants. Prized for its rich, nutty flavor and superior baking qualities, it is often used for artisan bread, sourdough, and pasta due to its unique, sometimes more digestible, gluten profile. It is commonly stone-ground and available from local Kansas millers. 6. The star of the show was the Everything Croissant. Like the Everything Bagel but soft and buttery. Topped with all the sesame seeds and seasonings with a cream cheese interior. So good! I do plan on returning!

    We went this morning excitement so glad to say that this all of my expectations. I had the pear jam…read morepastry, my partner had a ham and cheese croissant and our little one had the cinnamon roll. They have fresh milk for sale from dairy farm in Juliet, nc, the coffees are incredible! It was super busy so you have to wait a little for a table, but the pastries are so incredible that it's worth the wait! The ambience feels like an industrial bakery, but it's inviting and cozy. You can tell. It's a wonderful neighborhood spot where people meet up every day. It's definitely recommend it if you're not yet visited. And if you're looking for a place to get your fresh bread weekly then I highly suggest this space.

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    Cappuccino and morning buns, perfect combo.

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    Idle Hour Coffee

    Idle Hour Coffee

    4.0(142 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    Dropped off and picked up dry cleaning at the dry cleaners on the corner of Fairview and Oberlin…read more(see my reviews for "Drive-Thru Cleaners and Shoe Repair"). Since I was so close, an Idle Hour had 30 minutes until closing, I thought I would go in for a Iced Chai Latte--one of my favorites--I love the way Isle Hour makes it, FLAVOR TOWN! Even though it was 30 degrees outside, I still ordered the Iced Chai Tea Latte. I knew that I would be very comfortable in their lounge area. After I ordered, I saw the Hot Chocolate Bomb at the countered. I asked the staff member about it and ordered that also. The Hot Chocolate Bomb is the BOMB --Delicious! I drank my Chai Latte after and was not disappointed. Staff is great--friendly and enthusiastic. Atmosphere very homey.

    I think its a cute little spot to stop by! Ive worked remotely here a few times and its been a…read moresmooth experience each time! The staff is very friendly and their coffees are good. I recently found a hair baked in in my blueberry banana bread and the cashier was quick to rectify this w the option of refund/replacement. Their bakery desserts are beautiful but they aesthetics are as far as my compliments go for them. I tried the strawberry raspberry cheesecake and majority of it was gelatin and chocolate. Didnt taste any cheesecake. Maybe their other items are better! The GOAT is yummy but felt very skimpy on the toppings. I wouldnt say their food is their strong suit here.

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    Iris Coffee Lab - Blue Matcha Latte

    Iris Coffee Lab

    4.4(148 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    Incredible coffee, and I loved the aesthetic! I got the strawberry creme latte (hot version), and…read moreit was fantastic! My partner got the iced version--which was somehow even better than the warm version. I don't like my coffee drinks too sweet, and they struck exactly the right balance. It tasted like there was real strawberry (and not just a super-sweet syrup). Unlike many coffee shops, they gave us a number to bring to our table, so we didn't need to stand around and wait for our coffee to be ready. Instead, they brought it to our table for us. This was such a nice touch! There's a good amount of seating inside, but we sat outside since it was such a nice day. Can't wait to go back & try an iced americano or drip coffee to try out some of their different roasts.

    Where to begin with iris coffee lab? The ordering experience was streamlined, and there was ample…read moreindoor and outdoor seating. Unfortunately, this is probably because the chairs were the equivalent of sitting on a guitar pick. The rest of the decor similarly resembled a mid-century modern insane asylum. All this is child's play compared to the drinks. I was hoping they would redeem the experience. I was rooting for you, iris coffee lab. The matcha left me wanting more. I couldn't taste even a whisper of matcha flavoring, and the price was laughable for a glass of green milk. When my flat white arrived, I felt that twinkle return to my eye. Sadly, about 3 sips later, as I neared the end of my beverage I was shocked to discover a texture component I was not expecting. After a lot of contemplation, I have decided I am not a fan of coffee grounds swirling around my mouth. The customers are hip and trendy, the employees exceedingly friendly and speedy, the drinks bespoke and innovative, but I think we need to cut out the frills and go back to the basics. Why play 3D chess when you've yet to master tic tac toe? I think the experience was net neutral, but for how steep the pricing is, I feel it's my duty to let the world know what they're getting into.

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