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    Waterbean Coffee

    4.3 (55 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    7/2025
    Leeza D.

    Waterbean has very good coffee. I grabbed an iced latte and drank it very quickly. They also have a small food menu. They are located right next to the Kimpton hotel. Great space to either work or hang out. It also appears like they are local chain because I do see them in other parts of Charlotte. Please come and create your own adventure.

    Iced matcha

    SUCH GOOD MATCHA - definitely top 5 for me in CLT - clean space and good service. :)))

    Got the salted caramel iced latte and sat for a bit to read. Coffee was yummy and space was chill.

    Ice latte with condensed milk
    Ru G.

    Waterbean Coffee I stopped in for an iced latte with cold oat milk and condensed milk and wow, it was so good! The mix of creamy oat milk with that touch of sweetness is absolutely perfect. You can really taste the quality of their espresso, smooth and rich without any bitterness. The drink was balanced, refreshing, and honestly kind of addictive. The vibe inside is relaxed and modern, great spot to work or just chill. Friendly service, quick, chill, and welcoming. Highly recommend.

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    Hayley P.

    I grabbed a quick latte after a workout class as I was heading back to my hotel. I got there shortly after it opened so it was just the barista and me. I had been warned the coffee was strong but I found my vanilla latte to be delightful and the barista got it out quick. The space is large and cozy. Seems like a perfect spot to telework.

    Anissa C.

    I stopped in on my way back to my hotel! My hubby and I love coffee shops and cold brews have become our favorite coffee of choice! I ordered the cold brew with white chocolate syrup and cold foam! The cold foam was thick and sweet, just as like! The coffee is definitely STRONG! I can handle it. The service was friendly, quick and helpful. There's soft rock playing in the background as I sit at the window Watching people walk by! It's my kind of vibe!! I would definitely come back.

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    Jacob T.

    We were in town for the Charlotte marathon and came here for coffee. They weren't doing food because of the crowds - but the coffee was great. I got the snickerdoodle iced latte and my girlfriend got the peppermint bark latte. Both were very good and fun festive flavors. The workers were definitely stressed, but I don't blame them given the circumstance.

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    Zoe J.

    Overall a good spot! Always order a cortado at coffee shops I've never been to so I can get a good taste of the espresso and feel out the milk texture, both were good here! Inside is a nice quiet vibe with light music in the back, a good place to work/ study from. Only reason I gave 4 stars is because while the service was quick it was super surface level and didn't feel like the baristas were really paying attention to me more of just chatting with each other. Would still come back though!

    Mint & Brown sugar latte, snickerdoodle latte
    Nicole B.

    Everything to love about a coffee shop! Spacious area to meet up or do work. The flavor combinations are vast and pretty unique. I ordered an iced mint, brown sugar latte that was so good! Perfect combo of flavor and not too sweet. They also have sweeter combinations like the snickerdoodle latte. I would definitely return to try their other flavors

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    Kong L.

    I've been to another location, and this one doesn't quite live up to my expectations. I love the space and the decor but the coffee tasted "okay". I ordered a coffee with lavender syrup, which tasted quite watered down. Overall, a nice place to work and study, but I came for the coffee!

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    Tessa M.

    Just like the other Waterbean in Uptown, it's clean and staff is very friendly. I like that they offer non-coffee drinks. They also offer pastries and baked goods that are delicious. They also have a small order window outside that you can use if you don't want to go inside. There is plenty of seating to hang out and work.

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    Wendy W.

    Love the lavender and rose lattes. Download the app to order hotels sandwiches on a croissant or bagel or coffee (or both) ahead of time and escape the line on pickup...all while earning reward points! Every 65 points in the app gets you a $7 credit on a future order! Great quality, would choose over Starbucks any day of the week.

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    Nice place to visit and they are very conscientious and growing their business with their hearts and wisdom

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    1 year ago

    This is one of the best coffees I've had! I'm super excited to return and try their matcha!

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    1 year ago

    Stopped by on a work trip and will come back. Definitely recommend the iced matcha latte with honey. Overall good vibes

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    The different choices in coffee were good, I even got a cortado which is very good, almost like an espresso

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    Really great service. Wonderful coffeehouse atmosphere. Wonderful and different flavors.

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    Cute ambiance, friendly staff, good coffee! Passing through on a long road trip and was worth the stop.

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    Matcha with oatmilk, vanilla and honey and key lime pie.
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