Raleigh is a great place to grab a cup of coffee. It has all the benefits of a city with the feel of a friendly town that you would be happy to call home.
This town is full of culture, style, and some of the best coffee you’ll ever have.
We take a look at 15 of the best coffee shops and cafés in Raleigh, North Carolina so next time you’re here you can check them out.
42 & Lawrence coffee shop has some unusual decor, bowler hats as light shades. This is a place you won’t easily forget and not only because of the interesting lighting.
They serve delicious coffee from 7 am to make sure you are wide awake for your day and if you need an afternoon pick me up they are open till 5:30 pm Sunday to Thursday.
For something different, sit outside and have an afternoon tea and pastry.
As well as coffee they serve signature drinks such as the romantically named Taj Mahal and seasonal beverages like Blueberry Coffee Tonic.
Despite being called The Morning Times, this downtown coffee shop is open until 8 pm each evening.
They open from 7 am and also do deliveries. The Morning Times has been operating since 2006 and offers lots besides its excellent coffee.
An all-day breakfast menu has delights such as a scrambled egg and cheddar cheese croissant. Other specialties include sweet and savory biscuits, omelets and burritos.
Depending on the weather, sit inside or out and enjoy the amazing coffee, bagels and wonderful community atmosphere.
Cup A Joe is all about the beverage whether that is coffee, milkshakes, or smoothies.
At a stone’s throw from North Carolina’s State University, this bright and popular coffee shop always has something going on.
If you like the coffee you can buy the beans per pound or even order them online for curbside delivery.
Every day of the week has something special so look out for Milkshake Mondays or Fusion Fridays to see what Cup A Joe in Raleigh has to offer. They are open 6 am to 7 pm all week.
For meeting a group of friends or just a cozy chat over coffee The Mill caters to both large groups and intimate gatherings. They serve locally roasted coffee by Joe Van Gogh.
Choose from drip, pour over or French press depending on your preference or one of the seven different espresso drinks or six specialty lattes.
Like the town, Sir Walter Coffee is named after the famous explorer Sir Walter Raleigh. This coffee shop exudes a retro vibe with its orange and gray decor and unusual artwork.
You will find some of the best coffee in Raleigh here along with some exceptional coffee cocktails, hot teas, and tea cocktails.
If you’re feeling peckish there are some tasty snacks and light food options like specialty toasts and Belgian waffles.
If you are hooked on the taste of Sir Walter coffee they sell beans by the pound.
And we haven’t even mentioned the fantastic artisan sandwiches, panini, or bacon maple cupcakes yet. All ingredients are locally sourced and fresh.
When they’re not serving great coffee Full Bloom offers craft beer on tap. Opening hours Tuesday to Friday are 8 am till 6 pm and 8 am till 3 pm on the weekend.
Sola Coffee loves its town, and the mural on the front of their café says so. In large letters, ‘I believe in Raleigh’ leaves no one in any doubt as to what kind of community they live in.
Serving breakfast from 7 am with a large menu and lunch from 11 am to 2:30 with an equally vast selection you certainly won’t go hungry at Sola Coffee Cafe.
Homemade donuts, toast creations, and ready-to-bake takeaway pizzas are just some of their delicious fare.
All of this washed down with delicious Counter Culture coffee.
Lucky Tree is not just a coffee shop, it is a venue that supports local artists such as singers, musicians, and poets.
Twice a month they have an open mic night to encourage new talent to share their gift.
When not inspiring new talent you will find the owners and staff promoting a vegan-friendly and wheat-free menu to complement their organic coffee and tea.
The coffee shop also sells items created by local artists and is open from 7 am during the week and 8 am on the weekend.
In the southwest Raleigh suburb of Apex is this delightful coffee house that is just as well known for its desserts as its coffee. It also sells wonderfully unique coffee mugs.
Their selection of coffee blends is amazing with flavors such as lavender and pomegranate as well as the traditional vanilla or hazelnut.
If you are in the mood for dessert they serve such delights as cheesecake and pastries.
Common Grounds also host seasonal events often with local musicians. A perfect way to spend a chilly winter’s evening.
My name is Dana Dupree and I am an avid coffee lover. Since I began college and realized what a heavy load writing majors took on, I have been a fan of the bean juice.
My job has taken me all over the US on book tours and press conferences, and my favorite part about the trip is exploring the best places to grab my cup of Joe.
