April 24, 2024

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☕ Roast, sip, repeat

A hand holding a glass coffee mug filled with a light brown latte topped with foam in the shape of a leaf. There are several plats in the background, as well as a dark green wall.

We think the tiny space at Little Native is perfect for a cozy date. | Photo via RALtoday

For richer or pour over, Raleigh’s coffee shops are what keep us going in the morning. Our city ranks among the top coffee cities in America thanks to factors like cafes per capita and the price of beans.

We’ve put together a robust guide of 35+ of the best coffee shops in the City of Oaks — here are a few we’ve been loving lately.

A woman stands behind the counter of Left Hook Coffee. An earthy mural is behind her. — Meet Kristin Kulik, the brains behind Left Hook Coffee.
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Photo by RALtoday

Roasts to boast

Benelux Cafe, 402 Oberlin Rd., Ste 118 | Go for the Raleigh-roasted beans and Belgian waffles. Bonus: This shop was recognized by the Guinness World Records team for having the World’s Largest Coffee Bean Mural.

Black & White Coffee Roasters, 327 W. Davie St. | Located inside Videri Chocolate Factory, this roaster was founded in 2017 and its beans are used at many Raleigh shops.

The Left Hook Coffee, 927 W. Morgan St. | Enjoy small-batch roasted beans in the back of Gussie’s during the day. Plus, the bags feature the owner’s boxing grandfather.

A blue mug filled with a foamy latte sits on a table near a potted plant inside The Optimist coffee shop; lots of natural light filters into the space through the windows, making the photo glow. — We love the vibes at The Optimist — the space is a perfect escape for those who work from home.
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Photo via RALtoday

Plenty of outlets and internet connection

Deja Brew Coffee House, 5001 Falls of Neuse Rd. | A nice quiet place to get some work done, this North Raleigh cafe offers specialty drinks like the iced red velvet latte and pastries.

The Optimist, 1000 Brookside Dr., Ste. 109 + 4509 Creedmoor Rd., Ste. 104 | This is the perfect WFH escape, complete with a conference room for meetings, plenty of outlets, and a rotating seasonal menu to keep you fueled.

Global Village Organic Coffee, 2428 Hillsborough St. | Serving organic coffee and tea, plus syrups made completely in-house, this spot has been a Raleigh staple for over 20 years.

Perfect for a date

Little Native, 426 S. Person St. | This cozy 400-sqft industrial-meets-earthy cafe would serve as a romantic setting.

Morning Times, 10 E. Hargett St. | Order a house-made bagel and iced coffee before heading to the upstairs art gallery and sitting area — or, snag a spot on the streetery.

25+ more coffee hotspots

Asked

Do you prefer to make coffee at home or get your coffee from a local business?

A. I brew my own drinks at home
B. I stop at my local coffee shop
C. I get my order from a large coffee chain (Dunkin Donuts, Starbucks, Panera, etc.)

Come on, spill the beans

Events

Wednesday, April 24

Family Storytime | Wednesday, April 24 | 10:30-11 a.m. | Richard B. Harrison Community Library, 1313 New Bern Ave., Raleigh | Bring your budding bookworms to this interactive program with books, music, rhymes, and movement designed to nurture pre-reading skills.
Incredible Science | Wednesday, April 24 | 1:30-2 p.m. | NC Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W. Jones St., Raleigh | Free | This walk-up science program offers mini lessons in physics, chemistry, or natural science at Windows on the World at the Nature Exploration Center.

Thursday, April 25

Carolina Ballet Presents “Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 2" | Thursday, April 25-Sunday, April 28 | Times vary | Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South St., Raleigh | $28-$105 | Zalman Raffael revisits Rachmaninoff’s music for a ballet performance filled with triumph + elegance.
Shinyribs | Thursday, April 25 | Lincoln Theatre, 126 E. Cabarrus St., Raleigh | $27-$250 | The band from Austin, Texas known for its funky, horn-driven soul sounds jams in the City of Oaks.

Friday, April 26

Mordecai Annual Heirloom Plant Sale | Friday, April 26-Saturday, April 27 | 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St., Raleigh | $3-$5 | Get your herb, vegetable, and flower gardens started for the season by snagging great deals on tomatoes, peppers, squash, and more.
Brewgaloo 2024 | Friday, April 26-Saturday, April 27 | 6-8 p.m. | Fayetteville Street, Raleigh | Free-$55 | This downtown fest calls for a toast: Check out 110 craft breweries, food trucks, vendors, and two stages featuring local bands.

Saturday, April 27

Cocktails & Cuisine Class: All Things Gin | Saturday, April 27 | 2-3:30 p.m. | The Willard Rooftop Lounge, 9 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh | $55 | Watch skilled bartenders demonstrate how to make three gin-based cocktails and then enjoy the sips paired with food from Chef Kyle Teears.
The Postal Service & Death Cab For Cutie | Saturday, April 27 | 7:30 p.m. | Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek, 3801 Rock Quarry Rd., Raleigh | $42-$300+ | The indie pop rockers join forces for a 20th anniversary tour where they’ll perform their albums “Give Up” and “Transatlanticism.”

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News Notes

Trending

An algae bloom at Falls Lake is causing Raleigh’s tap water to taste and smell a little funny — “almost musty,” according to some locals. The city said while the water isn’t exactly pleasant to drink, it has passed all regulatory standards and is safe to drink. (CBS 17)

Civic

The city recently installed two circular 522.5-gallon trash bins on East Martin Street in downtown Raleigh as part of a pilot program aimed at ridding the area of the rolling trash carts used by businesses. One bin is for loose recyclables and the other for flattened cardboard. (The News & Observer)

Number

35 people per day or 12,700+ per year. Those were Wake County’s net migration stats between July 1, 2022 and July 1, 2023, according to the US Census Bureau. Although the growth rate is slightly down from a year prior, it’s the highest of any county in North Carolina. (Triangle Business Journal)

Open

Bru’s Public House has opened a second location in the Triangle, this time at the former site of Hickory Tavern in Carrboro — 370 E. Main St., Ste. 110. The restaurant offers the same menu as the Raleigh location, including pizza, sandwiches, and a wide selection of craft beer + bourbon. (WRAL)

Biz

Small business owners, take note: The city’s Building Up-Fit grant cycle is open for applications through Sunday, April 28. The 1:1 match reimbursement grant is open to eligible businesses that spend money on improvements to activate their vacant or underused commercial building space to create a new business + more jobs.

Plan Ahead

Tickets are on sale for the 2024 Farm to Fork Picnic set for Sunday, June 2, at Fearrington Village. The longtime food event will celebrate local chefs, artisans, and farms. Proceeds will support the Center for Environmental Farming Systems’ training programs + mission to improve access to healthy, local food.

Edu

Athens Drive Magnet High School and Conn Magnet Elementary School in Raleigh are the two best magnet schools in the US. Athens Drive received top national honors at a Magnet Schools of America conference, while Conn won the award for the second best magnet school in the country. A+, indeed. (WRAL)

Beauty

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The Buy

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Monica

From the editor

Hi, Raleigh. I’ve been on a spring cleaning kick and if you’re in the same boat, there are many great organizations around the city that will happily accept your donations.

Fellow moms, if you’re looking to pass along your kids’ gently used clothes + shoes, try Note in the Pocket on Hargrove Road.

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