Carolina Coffee Shop
Review of Carolina Coffee Shop
Carolina Coffee Shop: A Cozy, Storied Spot for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Drinks
Since 1922, Carolina Coffee Shop has been serving the UNC crowd and the Chapel Hill community with popular breakfasts, lunch, dinner, and drinks. This cozy, storied spot is located at 138 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC.
The restaurant is open seven days a week from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The menu features American cuisine, including sandwiches, burgers, salads, omelets, pancakes, and locally roasted coffee. The restaurant also serves beer, wine, and cocktails.
Carolina Coffee Shop is housed in an old building that adds to its charm and character. The interior is cozy and inviting, with wooden floors, brick walls, and vintage decor. The restaurant has a small outdoor seating area that is perfect for people-watching on Franklin Street.
While Carolina Coffee Shop has a loyal following of customers who appreciate its history and ambiance, the restaurant has received mixed reviews for its food and service. Some customers rave about the delicious food, excellent service, and lovely atmosphere. Others complain about the slow service, mediocre food, and cold temperature inside the restaurant.
If you're looking for a cozy, storied spot to enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, or drinks in Chapel Hill, Carolina Coffee Shop is worth a visit. Just be prepared to wait for a table during peak hours, and don't expect perfection in terms of food and service.
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Alyssa
This place is very nice! The atmosphere is very good and so are the workers. Two young ladies helped me out today and were very very helpful in finding me something sweet to drink! There is a great selection of food, drinks, and coffees you can try. I came in on a Thursday morning and these ladies made my drink very quickly
I got a strawberry mocha. It is very sweet, but had the tartness of a strawberry as well. Very well made. I’m not sure what it’s like when it’s very busy, but I know for certain that it’s very nice when it isn’t. They also have a good music selection. Very calming and not too distracting for those trying to study.
Caroline Knight Henderson
I am a regular at this restaurant and each time it is a positive experience. The food is always great and there is something for everyone on the menu. I have tried and recommend the chicken and waffles and the shrimp and grits. All of the staff are very kind and consistently check in on customers to make sure they are still doing well and have full drinks. My servers have always been happy to quickly bring out things we need like more drinks or sides. I have had Ryan V and Marie G as my servers recently and I have nothing but compliments. The wait times are very reasonable, of course it takes a little bit longer to be seated and get food or drinks when it is really busy but that is understandable. I love the cozy, warm, and friendly atmosphere inside the restaurant, and the outside seating right on Franklin Street is great as well and perfect for if you have pets.
1922 next door (also a part of CCS) also has good vibes and great service and I am looking forward to going there more for coffee as well once it reopens!
Chris S
By far, the best and legit breakfast we have had, during our 4 days staying in Chapel Hill, NC, USA.
Servers were friendly, food quality were great, hot food, not warm, and taste very good. Sunny side up eggs were nicely cooked, the steaks were perfectly cooked as well. The egg Jennifer was great as well.
Price was very reasonable. Pet-friendly restaurant. Will definitely visit again if we are in town. 5 stars!!!
debby timko
Sunday very busy but the line moves quickly. I would suggest one person look for a table while the other person is ordering. It’s first come first serve. The coffee is one of the best coffees I’ve had in a very very long time. The granola bowl was delicious with the pecans.Shout out to Maren who took my order and personally delivered my coffee. Keep doing what you’re doing, you will be very successful in life. I would definitely recommend this place.
D C (Fluffs Adventures)
AMAZING❣️ first of all, everyone is super friendly, it does get busy so expect some wait time. We waited about 30 minutes. But they do take your phone number and call when you're table is ready. Menu has something for everyone, if you're into coffee, it's amazing. All of our orders were delivered in a timely manner. Fresh and great portions for what you pay. Overall great location, clean and comfortable.
Michael Fitch
Carolina Coffee Shop on Franklin is a great stop. They had our food prepared and served in lead than 10 minutes after we sat down. Coffee is excellent and various. The food menu is also extensive with breakfast brunch and lunch options. Inside the shop is a little crowded when we went in but there was plenty of outdoor seating available however, even though it was busy we had a very little wait. The servers were very nice and came to check up frequently and maintain a positive status. Very nice breakfast for bringing family in town visiting.
Brandon Looper
Coffee is pretty good, food isn’t. Hash browns and sausage went from the freezer to the microwave to my plate. Bacon was half cooked but tasted ok. Get your coffee here and your food somewhere else.
Aswathy Cinu
Insane wait times on Sunday so always be mindful about what time you go. My food has always been great! I def recommend their hot chocolate it’s HUGE and very filling - best way to warm up on a cold day :)
Kylie English
Food was amazing, staff very friendly. Our coffee drinks weren’t too hot and they went out of their way to make us fresh hot ones without us even asking for it.
It was our first time here and definitely not our last. I definitely recommend this place!!!!
Smoke Jensen
Enjoyed a very delicious breakfast made just the way I ordered it and a tasty latte. Highly recommend this place - not just a coffee shop, they have a full menu including breakfast, burgers and steak.