Raleigh Raw ★ 3.9
Entirely gluten-free, soy-free, refined sugar-free, and seed oil-free. Cold-pressed juices, smoothies, and organic scratch food in central downtown Raleigh.
Signature drink: Cold-pressed green juice
Joe Van Gogh (Cedar West) is a cafe in Raleigh.
A Triangle institution founded in Chapel Hill in 1991. Solar-powered-roasted, ethically sourced coffee; the Cedar West outpost serves northeast Raleigh.
Editorially verified June 24, 2026 by Lewis Vaughan, TableJourney editor. Source.
Address: 3109 Poplarwood Ct, Suite 115, Raleigh, NC 27604
Entirely gluten-free, soy-free, refined sugar-free, and seed oil-free. Cold-pressed juices, smoothies, and organic scratch food in central downtown Raleigh.
Signature drink: Cold-pressed green juice
Downtown outpost of the James Beard-nominated Triangle boulangerie. Breads, pastries, and viennoiseries alongside Counter Culture espresso and brunch plates.
Signature drink: Counter Culture espresso
North Hills Jubala has extended hours, making it a reliable evening option. Same direct-trade sourcing and in-house roasting as all four locations.
Signature drink: Direct-trade single-origin
The bookshop and flower shop give Brewery Bhavana an all-day cafe character. Belgian farmhouse ales pair well with lunch; dim sum available from opening.
Signature drink: Belgian farmhouse ale
Raleigh's most celebrated craft bakery doubles as a daytime cafe. Stone-milled organic grain, exceptional pastries, and filter coffee in a compact space.
Signature drink: Filter coffee
A neighbourhood artisan bakery on East Franklin Street serving handcrafted breads, pastries, and baked goods made from scratch. A devoted local following.
Signature drink: Coffee