Best Specialty Coffee in Raleigh-Durham

Glenwood South, Raleigh-Durham

European-style coffeehouse pouring Counter Culture Coffee with trained baristas focused on method education and hospitality

Five Points, Raleigh-Durham

Roastery and café focused on sustainability and direct farm relationships, featuring small-batch roasted single origins

University Park, Raleigh-Durham

Raleigh institution roasting beans in-house since 1991, with same-day roasted-to-order coffee served steps from NC State campus

Downtown, Raleigh-Durham

Anti-vision coffee shop partnering with local roasting legends, obsessively crafting pour-overs and three-year-perfected cold brew

North Hills, Raleigh-Durham

Minimalist neighborhood café in North Hills featuring creative seasonal lattes and friendly barista service in a clean, contemporary space

University Park, Raleigh-Durham

Now roasting their own beans after 14 years partnering with Counter Culture and Black & White, with espresso bar seating

Raleigh, Raleigh-Durham

Specialty coffee lab on Glenwood South rotating top-tier beans with drip, pour over, and rotating espresso bar pulled by knowledgeable baristas

Reynolds Mill, Raleigh-Durham

Oak-roasted coffee prepared over open flame in custom brick roasters, featuring their signature balanced house blend and dark roast options

Northeast Raleigh, Raleigh-Durham

House-roasted beans brewed by trained baristas, with light and fruity profiles plus alternative milk options like macadamia

North Raleigh, Raleigh-Durham

Neighborhood café serving seasonal drinks and breakfast fare with ceramic mug service for dine-in guests and Saturday live music