Cafes in North Carolina

Our guide to cafes in North Carolina

Coffee shops and cafes run from drive-through espresso stands and national chains to independent roasters and neighborhood cafes with pastries, light breakfast and lunch. Many double as workspaces with Wi-Fi and outlets, while others focus on quick takeaway service.

Most coffee shops open early – often between 5 and 7 AM – and many close by mid to late afternoon. Morning commute hours are the busiest, and the line usually eases after about 10 AM.

Opening hours

Based on 136 cafes in North Carolina with published hours, the typical weekday schedule runs from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. 69% are open on Sundays, 51% are open seven days a week and 14% stay open until 10 PM or later.

Prices

Across 14 menus from cafes in North Carolina, the median item costs $5.95; half of all priced items fall between $3.00 and $12.00. The most common menu sections are Sandwiches, Beverages, and Salads.

Services

Of 790 cafes with detailed profiles in our guide: 98% list “dine-in”, 93% list “delivery”, 83% list “good for kids”, 76% list “accepts reservations”, and 66% list “takeaway”.