Who doesn't love Brakeman's IYKYN The absolute best Coffee…read moreshop in Charlotte. You can't beat the coffee, the team- always good vibes only & service with a smile Do yourself a favor and Pull-Up

I absolutely love this wonderful little coffee shop in downtown Matthews. Their brew is tasty,…read moreprices are reasonable, and the adorable setting offers some wonderful places inside and out to curl up with a book, a laptop and a cup of Joe. In warm weather, grab a spot at one of the outdoor tables, and in winter, find a spot on the covered patio or a cozy nook inside. Brakeman's also serves muffins, pastries and iced drinks, and the service is friendly and efficient. But be warned -- this popular spot gets extremely busy, especially on Saturday mornings. So come early, claim your spot and discover one of the best spots in town for a hot cup of coffee!

Love the coffee shop and the decor. Great coffee selection too. Although every time I ask for a…read morereal mug, the baristas create an awkward moment as if it is an inconvenience for them. Coffee just tastes better in a real mug versus a plastic cup or a cup coated with wax. When I ask for a real mug, it's as if they've never had that question before. Still,great coffee and one of my top picks in Charlotte, although it's usually not my first choice!

Locally owned and beans roasted in Indian Trail, NC. Service top notch. Ambiance threw me off for a…read morecoffee shop that looked like it would be buzzing inside , quite quiet for a coffee shop. No loud music so definitely somewhere you could work and no it's not loud this was like 7am on a Monday morning too. Iced cinnamon white mocha latte was good but nothing to brag about. Quite expensive too and tip included almost $10. So get your wallet ready.

I came here for the first time for a community event called Prayer and Purpose. I have a ministry…read moreto those battling addiction and know first hand the power in prayer, it really can change the trajectory of someone's life for good. Several powerful testimonies were shared from women who had gone through the House of Pearl's recovery program. Their testimonies of recovery from addiction are truly inspiring. The event was hosted outdoors. Refreshments were generously offered to all who attended this event. There was prayer, testimonies of recovery, and a beautiful song of worship at the end. I left inspired. I was given materials from the House of Pearl's booth which I will be sure to utilize to the women God brings across my path. The house is beautiful and historic and I look forward to visiting again during business hours. Also, I minister on a free 24/7 prayer line : 866-987-7729 please call any time for prayer. In Light of Grace, Pastor Michelle

Stopped back in during the week for a quick lunch with my mom and sister. The house was lovely as…read moreusually and the staff nice as ever. We opted for a mix of hot and ice teas. I highly recommend the strawberry tea...taste like summer. We started with the cheese ball sampler. Not my fav as the flavors were not there. It came with 3 mini cheese balls; pimento, goat cheese and a garden veg with pineapple (IKR). Again, great presentation but none of the cheese balls had much flavor to match the name. For entrees we opted for the chicken salad sandwich, the chicken pot pie and the country chicken casserole. My sister loved the chicken salad, my mom just ate most of the filling of the pot pie, I was not a fan of the casserole (one note, no veggies and everything was mushy except the "herb" bread crumbs on top). Next time I will stick to tea and the lovely finger sandwiches and room for the lovely desserts from the bake shop.

I brought my daughter to Littl Madeleine's for breakfast, and we had a really nice experience. I…read morehad the most beautiful lavender blue matcha, and my daughter enjoyed the honey passion fruit ade. She got their garlic bagel--the only type of bagel they offer - and it was generously stuffed with delicious, aromatic garlic. She enjoyed it! The café is decorated charmingly, with little Madeleine cookie designs stamped throughout the space. They have a small section with some gift items for sale. They also sell Madeleine cookies, of course, though we didn't get any. The service was given with genuine smiles. The prices were normal - not a deal but not over-the-top. We enjoyed our breakfast and will happily come back!

Really great, local café that I will absolutely be adding to my regular coffee shop + bakery…read morerotation. Plentiful parking out front. Good amount of seating inside (mostly 2-seaters; one larger table reserved for bigger groups). Helpful and friendly staff who were amazing with my little one. You have to try a slice of the basque cheesecake. The plain slice (with no whipped cream or fruit topping) is not overly sweet and the perfect amount of "burnt" & creamy. We also tried the madeleines, which - as the café's name suggests - were on point. And the garlic bagel is a garlic + cream cheese lover's dream. The iced dalgona latte was such a treat. Sweet with a creamy foam and topped with crunchy cookies - very well balanced and delightful to drink. The prices reflect the care and high quality of the products. Come support this amazing local spot and enjoy their unique, thoughtful offerings!

Stopped in to see what was new and they definitely had an updated spring drink menu which was…read moreexciting. However I tried a latte and to be honest, there is no doubt it was made with old coffee (not espresso), it was watery and couldn't taste the flavored syrups at all. I was so so disappointed. I had to dump it when I got home and the bottom of the cup had grounds in it? This place used to be great, maybe it depends who you get? Just disappointed.

It's a ice cream shop on the inside also open till 8:00 at night very nice people the ice cream is…read moresuper good it's a lot of hidden place right here Mineral Springs Monroe Area love it we've been at three times already and we'll be back the coffee shop close at 1:00 but it is ice cream shop in the same shop and they close at 8:00

Yuminess: 9/10 Allergy Safety: 8/10…read morePrice: 8/10 Atmosphere: 10/10 Service: 10/10 Overall review: Atmosphere is such a fun, beachy vibe with cute merch all over and 10/10 service. The drinks have bold, balanced flavors with coffee ice cubes and good allergy safety. The price is typical for coffee shops, but definitely a win with $0.25 alternative milks. Detailed breakdown: When I heard we were getting this place, I was really curious about trying them out -- and I'm glad I did! The coffee is bold but not overwhelming, with fun, tasty flavors offered. There are also dairy-free options, which I appreciate. Price is pretty typical, BUT they offer alternative milks for only $0.25, which is a huge win. Normally, I pay an extra dollar for almond or oat milk, so I appreciate this price point. The atmosphere is a fun, beachy vibe with surfboards and cute merch around. There's also plenty of seating inside and outside. I've gone several times with a friend and have never struggled to find a seat. Service is also great. Very personable and willing to help out. My friend accidentally ordered four shots of espresso on the app instead of two, and she can't have too much caffeine. She explained the situation, and they graciously remade the drink at no extra charge (with much less espresso). The willingness to help even when it was our mistake really stood out. Definitely stop by and try them out if you get the chance!

I reluctantly tried this coffee place today because I'm one of those people of habit that sticks…read morewith one coffee place. Despite my hesitation, I was pleasantly surprised by a really interesting selection of drinks. The place was VERY cute and had such a great vibe- works were nice, I was kinda digging it. Then my drink arrived and WHOLE-LEE-COW! Delicious!! The kicker though? COFFEE ICE CUBES!!! My biggest beef with ice coffee is that it gets watered down-- but THIS coffee, just gets better!!! You've made a customer out of me-- amazingly good coffee that you should try to believe

Everything about Sumaq is a 5/5! The food was amazing, the pastry was great, the coffee was…read moredelicious. The inside of the store is adorably decorated. Fresh and clean with so many big windows, but also a back room if you want a quieter, slightly darker area. The service was great and they were very helpful in any questions we had. It feels like it's in a random part of town, but definitely worth the drive

spent some time in Charlotte the other day and decided to check out this little cafe for a quick…read morelunch. While I looked online I was surprised to learn that this place tries to stay in touch with their South American roots, so obviously I wanted to try it out! On the menu I saw plenty of drinks from coffees to matchas to chais and lemonades as well. Apart from that there were other options like baked goods and sandwiches. Once I got there the place was actually very packed but there was still plenty of room as well. There was also an outside patio for those who wish to sit outside rather than inside. The vibe was giving woodsy and green. So it felt very bright and welcoming in the shop. The staff was nice and took care of me quickly. I ended up ordering their pesto flatbread. It took a couple of minutes for me to get my order but nothing too long. The flatbread was overall really good. It had arugula, pesto, cheese, prosciutto, and cherry tomatoes on top. It was very filling as well. I would def recommend this place if you're in the Charlotte area! I will say that the prices might not be the "cheapest" but I think it's worth it.

This location is inside of Carolina Place mall. I love to…read moretry different coffe shops. I had never heard of mean mug but thought it had and inviting name and decided to try. This was on a Sunday, the mall opens at noon and we walked in around 1230. No one was in the shop. We were greeted immediately asked questions about a couple items on the menu. I decided on the dirty chai with turmeric and honey. After I placed my order I had a chance to take in the ambiance. The store was dirty. The bakery display case looked like it had not been cleaned. There were pastry crumbs all over and the pastries did not look fresh. The tables had not been wiped down and covered in crumbs. I was surprised because it was early and no one was in the store prior to our arrival. As far as the dirty chai, I don't recommend. That particular combination does not mix well. I would be willing to try a different location and drink options, but I would not go back to this one.

We actually were intrigued by the cheerwine latte since we are big fans of cheerwine. The barista…read morewas really friendly about it and made good recommendations on getting it iced and it actually did taste like cheerwine. If you like the soda, you should give it a try.