Jubala Coffee ★ 4.2
Raleigh's flagship independent specialty coffee brand with four city locations. Direct-trade sourcing globally and in-house roasting launched in 2024.
Signature drink: Direct-trade single-origin pour-over
Yellow Dog Bread Co is a cafe in Raleigh.
A neighbourhood artisan bakery on East Franklin Street serving handcrafted breads, pastries, and baked goods made from scratch. A devoted local following.
Editorially verified June 24, 2026 by Lewis Vaughan, TableJourney editor. Source.
Address: 219 E Franklin St, Raleigh, NC 27604
Raleigh's flagship independent specialty coffee brand with four city locations. Direct-trade sourcing globally and in-house roasting launched in 2024.
Signature drink: Direct-trade single-origin pour-over
The downtown Jubala location, with Bar Marigold open Wednesday through Saturday from 17:00. Consistent quality draws the downtown office crowd all week.
Signature drink: Espresso and single-origin filter
A well-established downtown all-day cafe on Hargett Street serving coffee alongside bagels, sandwiches, omelets, and daily specials. Open until 15:00.
Signature drink: Cold brew
A family-owned North Raleigh institution since 2012 built around community. Counter Culture coffee, handcrafted food, and an annual ALS fundraising 5K.
Signature drink: Counter Culture espresso
A stylish all-day Southeast Asian-inspired cafe in Glenwood South. Specialty coffee and matcha through the day; a fuller dinner menu with spiced cooking.
Signature drink: Matcha latte
A Triangle institution founded in Chapel Hill in 1991. Solar-powered-roasted, ethically sourced coffee; the Cedar West outpost serves northeast Raleigh.
Signature drink: Loring Smart Roaster house blend