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Merritt's Grill
93/100 (1413 ratings)
Quick Bites
Gluten Free Options
Cafe
American
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Salad
Toasts
Breakfast Sandwich
BLT
Pimento Cheese
Burger
Bacon Sandwich
Hamburgers
Sit down
American
Wheelchair Accessible
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Live Music
Seating
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Cheap Eats
"This has got to be about the best BLT I have ever ate in my 59 years. I could not eat it all for supper, so I had half for breakfast, too. If you..."
Dale Johnson
"Well I can't say it's Chapel Hill's best kept secret....the place was packed. Extremely lovely place, lovely food and most of all lovely..."
Paul Barrera
"I had a BLT and it was the best ever. The tomatoes were ripe and sweet and the bacon was yummy. We ate out back in the shade and the atmosphere was..."
Denise McLean Harkin
"Today was my 2nd trip there with my sister Kelly [1805043851:Kelly Bullard Murillo]. I have never had a BLT this good before.. we have them add..."
Billie Faye Hollingsworth
"One of the most uniquely delicious discovery 🎋 Worth the Uturn, ⚠️🌀 Bacon, Carolina Blue & Bamboo surround. Absolutely giddy about the..."
Lana Maul Byrd
"The atmosphere and food at Merritt's Grill is amazing!! The Chicken Salad sandwich is my favorite!!! Eating at Merritt's is a must stop when you..."
Miriam White
"I remember when this place from when I attended UNC in 1970. It is now run by a Mexican family and the food is terrific. Nice outside seating areas..."
Jerry Dockery
"Five years ago, we took our first trip down to NC... our realtor showed us all over Durham and Chapel Hill looking at houses and neighborhoods. For..."
D'Arcy Deswert Mattis
"Merritt's Store and Grill makes the best BLT that I have ever..."
Anne L. Fletcher
"I’ve been there twice and the food has always been amazing! It didn’t disappoint last..."
Cheryl Albrecht
"Excellent as usual. Fresh bread, lettuce and tomatoes. Bacon is always on point. I added an avocado and jalapeno peppers...."
Dave Palmateer
"Our first time here for husbands birthday weekend! Awesome food, anything I've a single is huge! Will definitely be back, a must..."
JimmyandDonna Moricle
"Been going there since college! Was in town and Went yesterday and of course lived up to all expectations! All I can say is the best BLT anywhere!!..."
Vickie Parrish Foster
"This was a great excursion! I really like being out in the Chapel Hill Area. The food here was perfect for lunch. Its a very feel good spot. After..."
Matthew White
"We went here twice while visiting the hospital in Chapel Hill for all day diagnostic tests. This place has EVOLVED over the years in a really good..."
Suzanne Gould
"If you’re ever in Chapel Hill, you have to hit Merrit’s....especially if you love BLT’s! Best BLT you will ever have! Today I had the single..."
Tracy Kearney
"Never disappoints! Busy on the weekends but it moves quickly. Have your full order ready or order ahead! Don't forget the extra, shady seating behind..."
Wes Varner
"Outstanding BLT sandwich...very popular roadside grill. Visit every trip to town. BLT comes in large and huge..."
Ed Peterson
"Friend told about this hidden gem. Had to check it out for myself. I truly was not disappointed. Hearty sandwich with bacon in every bite. Fast and..."
T Cox
La Vita Dolce Llc
89/100 (503 ratings)
Dessert
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
American
Cafe
Cafe
Dinner
Breakfast
Gelato
Sandwiches
Ice Cream
Café
American
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"The best mint Oreo gelato i have ever had! Cute place with lots of options for coffee, food, and..."
Ivey Alexandra Tanski
"Amazing lattes, delicious gelato, and a friendly staff! The espresso gelato milkshakes are to die for. We love coming here! Just wish there was a..."
Cassie Marshall
"What a fun, comfy place to chill with friends. The coffee gelato!..."
Stephen Raburn
"Great atmosphere, great service, great staff! ❤️ Wine down Wednesday is..."
David Currin
"Wonderful service and great..."
Kari Doyle
"Delicious coffee -- especially the Nitro Cold Brew -- and a tasty..."
Jeffrey David Zacko-Smith
"La Vita Dolce is a huge part of the culture here in Southern Village. They have exceptional customer service and are very quick. The food menu..."
Haley Peterson
"Love to pop into La Vita Dolce for a small cup of chocolate gelato after having a burger at Al’s in the same shopping center. Staff are friendly..."
Karen Mather
"We love this place. Sweet and refreshing gelato. Also, cozy place to enjoy..."
Insang Yoo
"Update review 2021: still a favorite for an early morning coffee stop or midday iced tea /gelato fix. All through crazy 2020 they managed to stay..."
RobertsMom NC
"An after work event was held here, and we were using cafe tables to sip some wine al fresco, socialize, and have charcuterie. It was a beautiful..."
Peter Spung
"Their chicken salad, Cubano and quesadilla are our favorites also all their Gelato (my kids love them) their acaí bowl is also super good. They also..."
Christian Hansen
"The gelato is the best--bring on more chocolate hazelnut (baci or Donatella)!! The servers are all pleasant and hard working, and the space is..."
Alison Brown
"Love it love it love it. Excellent coffee, so good I ordered it twice! Surprisingly delicious chocolate cookies (somewhere between a brownie and a..."
Meep Meep
Coco Espresso, Bistro & Bar
87/100 (481 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Cafe
Cafe
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Café
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"This place was fabulous! I'm lactose intolerant and allergic to soy, and they have 6 alternative creamers - and don't charge extra for them! Monin..."
Rebekah Freed
"Amazing drinks and a great atmosphere. Great options that are dairy free and gluten free. My friends and I got the tea, hot chocolate, and mocha and..."
Nicolás C. Merritt
"I'm always looking for the perfect place to work, and ever since they expanded to include plenty of spots to settle down, I've found my new home at..."
Amy Burnham Mucha
"I love this coffee shop! It is so nice that they have so many vegan options that don’t involve the exploitation of..."
Arwen Carlin
"This is a great place! I had some down time in Chapel Hill on a work day and stopped by to get some work done. Quiet. Friendly. Good coffee. Tasty..."
John Mitchell
"Great atmosphere and great coffee. I just wish they opened before 7. I would definitely drive from Durham to get my coffee and then drive back to..."
Teresa Rackley Yates
"Love the vibe of this place and the vegan options.... only suggestion would be to consider using glasses/mugs rather than plastic/paper cups for "for..."
Katrina Elizabeth
"Best coffee shop! Their cold brew is excellent - locally baked goods are a..."
Susan Minnix
"Great coffee and some tasty and useful vegan food options — inviting space — bright and comfortable. My only issue? It was freezing cold inside..."
Jeffrey David Zacko-Smith
"I love all the alternative milk options! As a vegan, it's also great to have tons of choices for food. My non-veg boyfriend has enjoyed treats here..."
Lindsie Rank
"Friendly staff, good coffee, quiet setting, good wifi. Don't know what else you would need at a coffee..."
Kirk Leggott
"This is very good place, my Son's birthday party was..."
Andrea Andrea
"Really a warm, welcoming space, with different seating arrangements inside and out. And LOTS of yummy desserts!..."
Anika Devereux
"Loved it!!!!! So delicious and the staff was very friendly!!!!..."
Lauren Fiume Derrenbacher
"absolutely incredible plant based food and coffee! so happy to have this option around chapel hill. the food was BOMB 🌱 they have a ton of food..."
Sky C
"Highly recommend this place for breakfast carryout. I've been here a few times and it has always been absolutely delicious. I grew up vegan in the..."
Barbara Ilie
"So thrilled to have discovered this gem on my recent trip to Chapel Hill. I found my happy place. 🤩 As a gluten-free vegan, a way of life that..."
J.A. Flowergirl Bahamas
"This BEAUTIFUL cafe just opened in The Gwendolyn office building, off 15-501. The coffee and drink offerings are extensive, from brown sugar..."
Maria N
"At Coco you can find a cozy spot, a gorgeous atmosphere, and the most scrumptious foods for any time of day and mood: from small bites to big plates..."
Лиза Левитан
"All vegan, mellow, clean, and delicious food to top the list. The classic breakfast sandwich was tasty and..."
Ronald Marchesano
Bread & Butter
87/100 (115 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Cafe
"My favorite place to sit with friends or alone with a cup of coffee and the best smells in the world. Sweetest people baking. Love this..."
Jen Snider
"Enjoyed a great cup of cafe mocha. The cinnamon chocolate chip cookies are amazing! I might make this a study..."
Daniel Anderson
"I loved this cafe! Very serene setting, wonderful selection of teas and great pastries! I was visiting from New York and found this a wonderful place..."
Jinee Lokaneeta
"This cafe is very good place. we can have amazing cakes and good..."
Takashi Hamakawa
"This quiet bread shop has a peaceful table area to enjoy a coffee and freshly baked snack. We try to come every week to enjoy the calm and read...."
Megan Healey Mahan
"The most delicious scones you will find in the Triangle. My favorite is the cardoman pistachio. Chill environment with a very friendly staff. Parking..."
Barbara Ilie
"Wonderful drinks. Haven’t tried the baked stuff yet. Love coming here to study, cozy with billy holiday playing in the background. Free killer..."
Rachel Vanderlely
"Good coffee, outstanding baked goods -- I've tried 4 different scones and they are all excellent. I especially liked the cardamom scones and the..."
Tom Levitan
"Very pleasant cafe. We stopped in for a couple of blueberry scones, a hot tea and a coffee. All were very good! The scones were moist and not too..."
Dave Lashley
"Great little place to stop for coffee and baked goods. If you get in early, the scones will be fresh out of the oven. We had the apple scones and..."
Jeff Wiedner
"Authentic small business coffee shop with the best scones out there. Find myself coming back several times a week to hang out here. Plenty of space..."
Brandon Tubby
"I love this place, it's definitely my favorite coffee spot in Chapel Hill. The atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable. The coffee is great, and the..."
Grace LeGrand
"This little hole-in-the-wall has REALLY good bread! It looks like a little coffee shop (and it is) but the secret is: BAGUETTES! They bake their..."
Bobby Shaftoe
Cuban Revolution Express
86/100 (97 ratings)
Restaurants
Latin
Caribbean
Cuban
Cafe
Spanish
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
"Both the Cuban and the pork sandwiches are delicious! Glad to have a new & unique quick bite option on..."
Suzi Knox
"My wife and I got a Cuban and a bowl of beans and rice. Both were very good and filling. Will be going back..."
Dave Carey
"World's Best Sandwiches. Thats all I'm saying. Say goodbye to..."
Edward Morabito
"Great place I live their Cuban Sandwich one of the best I tasted. Cozy place they have other sandwiches, coffee, wine, Ice Cream etc Very..."
Vigermina Berrios
"Delicious. Surprisingly wide variety of sandwiches, wraps, salads, and Cuban specialties. Great for a quick lunch or dinner at a very reasonable..."
Jay Heikes
"Best Cuban food in the area. The salad I got was delicious and a great deal for the amount of food. Highly..."
Casey Nordell
"This is the best Cuban food I've had (granted, I have only had Cuban food a handful of times). The staff is friendly and helpful. They offer a..."
Richard Jenkins
"Very flavorful sandwich and super friendly service! Love this! (I also love the art as..."
Mingxuan Shen
"Enjoyed a good Cuban sandwich and played Dominoes to Latin Jazz in the background, while wait for my order. Cool..."
Z. Robinson (Dr. Z)
"I'm so happy to have Cuban food so close to campus now! It's the closest thing to Haitian food, which I miss not having ease of access to. I hope..."
Becca Oluwashina
"We were excited to try this new place, and it did not disappoint. I'd accidentally looked at the menu online for the Durham location, so there was a..."
Kimberly Guinn
Caffe Driade
86/100 (1234 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Breakfast
Double Macchiato
Caramel Latte
Iced coffee
Caffè Americano
croissants
Caffè Au Lait
Latte with Oatmilk
Blueberry Cream Cheese Danish
Filter Brewed Coffee
Cinnamon Hazelnut Curl
Seasonal White Wine Cocktail Sangria
Spicy Mocha Latte Harvest Spice Latte
Chickpea Tartine
Honey Cappuccino and a Morning Bun
Sencha Green Tea Latte
Iced Latte with M&ms Cookie
Kombucha
Chocolate Tart 4
Chai Latte
French Press
Café
Café
Seating
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"If I had a 10 star option, I would happily give this place all of them. It’s totally worth the drive, peaceful, serene amidst nature. It looks like..."
Nikisha Patel
"Hidden gem off the beaten path! I have driven by this place many times and had no idea how neat it is back here. The lemonade I ordered at lunch was..."
Lisa Jeffries
"The coziest coffee space nestled in Chapel Hill. In awe of the naturey atmosphere! I opted for an iced latte for the hot day and a yummy muffin. This..."
Aisha C
"Super pretty and cozy third wave coffee shop with an amazing outdoor..."
Enrique Jiménez
"I like the Cortada, black coffee and ice latte. However, I dont like the latte because their latte tasted has more milk then coffee! They have out..."
Areej Abdulwahab
"Fantastic atmosphere, embedded in the woods. Macchiato was very good. And menu has plenty of options : coffees and teas. Dogs are..."
Roberto Tucat
"The Blue Matcha Latte was amazing as well as the blueberry creamcheese danish. What a great combination. Just wish I had..."
Heather Twin
"what a cute cafe with beautiful scenery. followed a community trail from a friend's house up to the cafe (about 30min walk) too gorgeous. nice patio..."
Tania B
Market Street Coffee
81/100 (177 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Cafe
Ube Milk Tea with Cheese
Coffee Slushie
Milk Tea Strawberry Milk Tea
Crema Roasted Oolong Tea
popcorn chicken bowl 台湾盐酥鸡饭
Iced tea
matcha
Cheese Tea
Bubble Milk Tea
taiwanese popcorn chicken 台湾盐酥鸡
"Friendly staff -- even at 8:00 on a Friday -- with good espresso and free biscotti. A ton of comfy seating available... none of that bullsh*t..."
David Luther
"Coffee is on the dark side. Bakery is fresh pastries. 16 flavors of ice cream. Atmosphere is casual, full of students & people looking for quiet..."
Kelly Kinder
"Coffee there is wonderful. Pastries are from the best bakery in the Triangle. Ice cream is too good for one's own good. Baristas tend not to be..."
Bernard Glassman
"This is definitely my new favorite coffee place! Very spacious, good quiet music, tasty coffee. Great place to study, work or even play - they have a..."
Eddie Liu
"Nice neighborhood coffee shop serving all of the expected. They also serve ice cream, a few other drinks and some snacks. Free WiFi, so a good place..."
Evan Zeitler
"Comfortable, convenient local place to hang out. In addition to coffee they have ice cream! The atmosphere is a touch barren, but a good place..."
Stephen Daniel
"great atmosphere. quiet but bright enough to not fall asleep in (like some coffee shops). ideal for getting work done or just relaxing with a good..."
Rachel Lloyd
"It's good ice cream... can't say much else haha. If your craving something sweet and your nearby, it's a great little..."
Austin Dennis
Carolina Coffee Shop
77/100 (997 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
American
American
Cafe
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Shrimp
Eggs Benedict
French Toast
Toasts
Waffles & Crepes
Waffles
Burger
Café
American
Café
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Television
Breakfast
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
Mid-range
"Great place for brunch...had the grits, homemade biscuit fresh from the oven and fresh tomato slices along with a delicious cup of coffee. Great..."
Angie O'Dell
"Chapel Hill institution. Amazingly friendly service, great menu and great..."
Wayne Massingham
"Best Corned Beef Hash and Grits I ever had!!! I will definitely return with the whole..."
Kissy Spellman
"One of our favorite spots to stop in for lunch before a game. The food is always good and staff always..."
Lisa Mercer Bondurant
"Great brunch and Bloody..."
Keith Higgins
"One of the few original Franklin St places you can to to get good..."
Jim Farlow
"Breakfast was kicking. The biscuits and gravy were just..."
Leslie Oakes Pritchett
"Service was wonderful and the food delicious!! All for a very reasonable..."
Louise Cranford Artman
"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..."
Caroline Knight Henderson
"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,..."
Chris S
"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..."
debby timko
"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..."
D C (Fluffs Adventures)
"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..."
Michael Fitch
"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..."
Aswathy Cinu
"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..."
Kylie English
Breakaway Cafe
71/100 (642 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
American
Vegan Options
Cafe
Cafe
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Latte and Chai Latte
Turkey Bacon Club
Turkey Avocado blt
Cali Benedict
Salad
Breakaway Toast
North Carolina Poutine
Barbecue Chicken Poutine
Hot Sauce
Latte with Macadamia Milk
Scone
Poached egg
Eggs Toast & Potatoes
Chicken Pesto Sandwich
North Carolina Fries
Chai Tea
Grill Cheese on Sourdough and Butternut Squash Soup
Chocolate Stout
Veggie Benedict
Eggs Benedict
Cobb Salad
American
Café
Gift Cards Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
"We've tried a lot of things on the menu and each time we are wonderfully surprised by something new. This morning was no exception. Along with the..."
Callie Barber
"We enjoy going here for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Awesome food, friendly staff and the owners are super nice folks. A great addition to the North..."
John Cappelletti
"Ridiculously delicious! We have not been disappointed by the menu or the kindness and atmosphere of this space. What a gem to have so close to us! My..."
April Kensington
"One of my favorite places to go. From the food to the atmosphere, I just want to sit there all day! They did a great job with the menu (LOVE the..."
Lisa Allen
"Great vegetarian options, good food, wonderful atmosphere. Feels like a nice coffee shop but with a lot more going on. This has become a favorite..."
Sierra Weaver
"OMG, the grits kill! I could have them every day! Great open space, places for small groups, large groups, and places to lounge. Well worth the..."
James Harvey
"Great breakfast experience! Food and service were just what we were hoping for after a night of..."
Doug Horn
"After a busy and crazy day, it was so nice to walk in, sit down and relax, enjoy a great meal, bellied up to the bar for some Mapleview ice cream and..."
Erin Hachez Messier
"Lovely space and excellent food! I'll definitely be back again. Just had an excellent lunch. Lots of great..."
Dee Lutz
"Great food with a wide variety of offerings on the..."
Camilla Dean Liebold
"so delicious! we come here often and food is always amazing and service is fast and staff is very friendly! absolutely LOVE this gem! so glad it..."
Shelly West
"Great food, they need a spicy housemade ranch to go w there fries. Eggs benedict are..."
Colin Starnes
"Best. Avocado. Toast. Ever. If you like avocado toast, get yourself there. Your taste buds will thank..."
Melissa Wagner
"I am a sucker for grilled cheese and tomato soup. Andy made grilled manchego cheese and a another cheese with avocado and tomato on grilled..."
Jeff Knisely