An absolutely amazing experience for me and my family! Even with a line out the door we were taken care of almost instantly. Took about 10 minutes for us to receive everything we ordered including coffee, items from the bakery case, and made to order items like their DELICIOUS mini donuts. Friendly staff, great service, clean and nice atmosphere. Do yourself a favor and try it out!

One of my go to spots! If only I could spend more time here! This quaint spot is perfect on so many levels. Great, healthy food options, delicious, local coffees and teas, homemade mini donuts, whats not to love? Both indoor and outdoor seating make it attractive to people from all walks of life. Youll see busy professionals taking meetings mixed with retirees catching up over coffee. Pets are welcome outside and there are plenty of water bowls for dogs. If only they were open on Sundays.

Ended a weekend run here with a group of friends. We arrived around 10:15AM, and of course, there was a line at the door. Staff handed out food menus to the people in line, so we could be prepared to order once we were inside. We were happy to see that masks were required indoors.The staff at the counter were courteous, patient, and offered suggestions when asked. Since we were there at peak hours, seating indoors and outdoors was limited, but we were able to find a place inside. I had a pumpkin honey oat milk latte and the garden veggie omelette, and I shared some mini donuts. Everything tasted great, and the menu was reasonably priced. Overall, a great experience. I would love to return during a less busy time and spend some quiet moments here.

Sola is incredible. Not only do they have great coffee and food (including fantastic healthy salads, sandwiches, and bowls for lunch), but they also have delicious mini donuts that we catered for our wedding! John and team were wonderful to work with - very flexible and responsive. Our guests keep telling us how much they loved the donuts instead of cake! We’d highly recommend and will keep visiting Sola whenever we’re in town.

This is one of my favorite spots in Raleigh. Its where my wife and I had our first date. Its where I did remote work when I was starting my career. And its where I saw firsthand how a company can be run with high integrity while providing a great product (coffee, food, etc.) and service. Id give them 6 stars if I could.

Healthy and delicious food options. Great ambience. We have been to Sola several times and are always pleased with the food and coffee. Need more cafes like this in North Raleigh.

Absolutely loved this place! They have friendly staff, delicious food, and great lattes!

10/10 would recommend!! Awesome vibe, super kind staff, and amazing food. Can’t say enough good things about it! Came in on a Saturday and it was busy but they got to everyone so quickly you would never know it was busy!!

I’m disappointed greatly with this place. My wife came to sola, she had to take my car because I had hers, and so she didn’t have a mask with her. My wife is more than willing to wear one. She had a friend, who was wearing a mask, to go in to see if they had one she could wear. They didn’t have any on hand. That being said, our friend asked if my wife could come in quickly with our 2 month old baby to sit down. However, they refused forcing her and our baby to sit outside in the heat. My wife ordered tea and could only stay for a very short time because it isn’t safe for a baby to be out in the open sun. The disappointment comes in the irony of the situation with their policy on “safety” - they clearly don’t care.

This is one of my favorite places to get coffee drinks and lunch in Raleigh! My husband goes so often, they usually know what he wants to order when he walks in. The owners are such wonderful people and it shows in their delicious menu. Dont miss out on the summer seasonal items! This place never disappoints, go support this local gem!

We’ve been to A LOT of coffee shops, and Sola is by far our favorite! I get a cup of coffee and blueberry scone at least once a week, so amazing!

Sola Coffee Cafe is probably one of my favorite spots in Raleigh, sadly it is on the complete opposite side of town to be so I dont get to come up as much as I like.The place is usually pretty busy, probably because its good, and the atmosphere is always open and fresh. There are lots of plants, big windows, and space with a good bar. They have lots of outside seating for the summer months and various table sizes to accommodate all groups.You can also book out the place for private events, as I learned the last time I was there.They have a variety of pastries that change out based on when you go, and some other options that are around all the time such as the mini donuts. They make fantastic coffee and have an amazing selection of teas! You can buy their coffee and tea options if you want some too take home at well.Overall an amazing place and fantastic to just sit and read a book or work.

The lattes here are fantastic! This is the one cafe that actually serves their hot lattes HOT and not just warm enough. If you ask for extra hot, they will deliver.

Always delicious food, fast service, and friendly staff.

The food and coffee never disappoints. I went this morning with my 15 month old and the main reasons was for the minis! I waited in the line that started outside the door, which was fine, I know it is busy on Saturday’s. After ordering and sitting down at a table I realized the one thing we came for, minis, I forgot to order. When one of the employees came over with our food I mentioned I forgot to order them and asked if she could put an order in since I was alone with my son. She told me I had to get back in line, which was now into the parking lot....

If you’re into aggressively white brunches, this restaurant is for you! Or else, you’ll miss the opportunity of paying $10 for a dry slice of bread at the •Toast Bar• while enjoying bland conversation in your gray athliesure pants. Sound like a mood? Then get up at the crack of dawn for that arugula sandwich because you’ve found your tribe… and also, they close at 1:30 and don’t offer internet on Saturdays.

Excellent selections. Not what everyone else has. Creative, unique & tasty! Sandwiches & mini donuts are over the moon. I will return!!

One of the best spots to catch up with a friend over coffee. They offer sweet treats and healthy options, depending on your mood. Always delicious food and coffee drinks. Wonderful staff. Cool, local gifts available. Awesome I believe in Raleigh mural, and expansive outdoor seating available.

Very good coffee shop! Looks like an old bank converted into this cute little hipster looking café. There was a line but the staff were friendly and moved the line quickly. Food was excellent and Id definitely recommend and go back again. This is probably a place Id patron regularly if I were a local.

Sola is one of my very favorite places -- the lattes are always strong, the food is always fresh, and the people are just the best! John + Jeanne have done such an amazing job of creating not only a wonderful spot to enjoy a meal, but a warm place to find + create community as well!

Perfect place to enjoy my weekend Brunch! I went there last weekend. They still sanitize as much as they can. Felt clean and safe! Of course good coffee n food!

Friendly staff. Delicious, healthy options. And do yourself a favor, treat yourself to the mini doughnuts. So good!

Great place to grab coffee and read. wonderful employees.

Funky popular coffee cafe. Serves food also. Didnt get it but others told me their peach lemonade is delish. Always busy and busting.

Perfect spot to start your day! Super friendly service, and highly recommend the cinnamon mini donuts! 🤤😍

They have a very large menu for breakfast lunch and dinner, which I love about a cafe because I think it’s very unique to find that here. I ordered an iced latte with oat milk, the avo smash, and the yogurt parfait. Everything was good except I wasn’t a huge fan of the avo toast. My boyfriend liked it and also loved the salmon bagel he ordered.

This is the cool spot that North Raleighites want to keep secret from others in town. For good reasons. Great breakfast and lunch fares, along with a knowledgeable coffee list. Saturday mornings are quite a communion.

Food and coffee is good, but one particular staff member was not friendly in talking to my wife and children. There are plenty of coffee shops around that are just as good and much more friendly. I’ll not be returning.

Decent coffee and breakfast food. Overpriced food the other times. Not as family friendly as I felt it once was (maybe it never was?). Won’t be going back after they shamed a kid for drawing a dragon in chalk on the sidewalk by the parking lot (Ie a chalk dragon, on a sidewalk, not even the property they lease). Probably great spot for adults that left their children elsewhere (or don’t have them) which may be exactly what they are going for. Though not the hipster vibe you’d think - sidewalk dragons are a problem?

My first time there today!Love the vibe and food this place offers.They have definitely gained a loyal customer :)

I have not had one thing on the menu that wasn’t awesome. Great place for coffee, breakfast, lunch, juice, smoothie or smoothie bowls, reading or working, or just having a lazy day. I also enjoy the Saturday mid morning pop-up market. Amazing and friendly staff. Cool atmosphere and music

What a great coffee shop! Came here for a late night treat and the customer service was fantastic. The brownies and birthday cake donuts are so delicious. They have outside seating and also serve beer and wine! We will for sure be back!

Great breakfast place. They are currently not doing dine in but have plenty of tables outside to eat. Their açaí bowls are good and filling. They have a great selection of coffee- especially the lattes.

Great coffee smoothies and amazing food!! Usually the place is packed - for good reason - but if you find them open during the week its a great place to work as there is lots of tables and chairs to spread out. Private room available for conferences in the back or meetings with more than three people. Not a bad coffee shop if it were less judgmental. Staff could be nicer - they were super uptight about not letting me put almonds in my smoothie because it wasnt common practice and the woman wouldnt give me her name. Almost borderline rude... But I know the general staff and ownership and they are usually VERY amicable so I take this as an outlier and only gave it 5 stars because its a little too hipster for my tastes but Im ok with that. . .

Love this place!!!The people who serve here are all excellent and care. This is a “highly recommend” for me. Oh and one last thing - La Marzocco, need I say more? The drinks are the best of the best! Enjoy!

I just discovered this spot. I honestly think Sola Cafe will be my new hangout place. The coffee is awesome and the food is top notch. Starbucks doesnt even come close. I strongly suggest. Great for the whole family.

Love this place. The coffee and food are outstanding but nothing beats the service and attitudes of the staff!

Lovely place with great food, but disappointed that most staff did not wear masks

I have been seeing this place on Instagram and dying to go! My fiancé and i stopped in after an appointment for breakfast. I had the peach, basil and ricotta toast. It was so refreshing and delicious. I want to try other items, but i would have a hard time not repeating that toast. I got the watermelon lemonade too and it was great. My fiancé wanted to get the gonza sandwich and they asked him if he wanted that or the omelet. He went for the omelet and it was so good. We are already planning our next visit. Such a gem in Raleigh!!

One of the oldest/original solid coffee shops in the entire area. This location has a nice vibe conducive for conversation and studying. The coffee served is counter culture. Their food menu is good. Lots of great lunch options. Their mini donut holes are legendary :)The staff is friendly and the space is clean. Lots of various seating arrangements. Definitely worth a visit.

Wonderful coffee, one of my top coffee shops in area. Definitely try the Hot Minis

Had lunch. Ordered the Italian sandwich. Utterly amazing, I loved it. Why have I not eaten there sooner. Ill be back. You should give it a try.

Food and beverage here are awesome. The covid protocols are a little extra. Great place though.

Such a cute place, and everything we ordered was delicious! It was very busy, but service was not slow and there was space for everyone- the patio was full of people and some cute doggos as well! We will definitely be back!

We love Sola Cafe. Great spot to grab a coffee and some mini donuts with a friend and have a conversation.You see a lot of college kids in here with their laptops and books, especially on a rainy day. The place has a cool vibe without being too full of itself.

Oh wow! I see what all the buzz is about. This place is cute and serves up healthier, flavorful options. Kind of obsessed with the chicken salad on avocado. Everything else is equally as great, just didn’t make a photo before consumption. Also, staff is super friendly; it’s clear they like their jobs. It gets busy, especially during lunch time, so plan accordingly. It’s worth the wait though; you won’t be disappointed.

Gr at service. Nice vibe. Small portions great coffee.

Sola, is the caffee to hang out at. It has survived the pandemic, and it is the best privatley owned coffee place in raleigh. If you live in raleigh and you have not been here. Then you have missed a lot by not knowing this place!!!

Hands down the best cafe I’ve ever been to. Their pour overs are, in particular, par excellence. Love this place with all my heart

Sola is a Raleigh establishment at this point, and they deserve the recognition. Great coffee, tea, and cider (as well as alcoholic offerings!), fantastic food, and amazing atmosphere all combine to form a favorite spot to meet up with friends or coworkers. It does get busy, but there is a lot of seating (indoors and outdoors), and Ive never not had a place to sit.

Sola is my favorite coffee shop in the Triangle. It has survived medieval-like pressure to play by the rules of mainstream and hipster coffee, saying Here I stand. I can do no other. (That was a lame joke for the reformed types)Heres the real reasons why you should answer Sola-Alone when asked what you believe is the best coffee in RDU—sorry, no more lame jokes:Toast barFull menuMini doughnutsBottled and tap beerMusic on Friday nightsBest rewards program in the TriangleTheres a room you can reserve for groupsReusable cups for water (Most shops arent doing this unfortunately so it makes Sola stand out).If I wanted Sola to improve, I would replace a couple of chairs and tables near the window wall to the right of the entrance with a comfortable Sofa. If they did this, they would probably be the only shop with a Sofa. #SolaSofaTip: The I believe in Raleigh mural in the back is a great place to take a photo.

Yall, support this amazing small business!!!! The food and drinks are fantastic, I always have good service, the outside seating is lovely- in short its such a good place to hang out and have a lovely afternoon or morning.

*Avoid like the...The yellow #WARNING tape on the door is appropriate.If Solas goal is to make their guests as comfortable as the incessant threat of a global pandemic instead of providing a respite or oasis from same- they are succeeding brilliantly.Upon arriving at our patio table- a young lady came over to place a Needs Sanitizing sign on our table. She explained that it was necessary to show that our table required sanitizing after we departed.Charming👻All of Solas Covid-19 Precautions were designed with exactly two parties in mind- Covid and Sola.The garish, handwritten signs (IN RED IN CAPS!!) strewn about the property actually do an exceptional job of conveying the bleakness of our present dystopian circumstances, if youre into that aesthetic.Coffee: Due to Covid, I presume, theres no opportunity to prepare your coffee to taste. Theyll do it- but in my case, not as requested. The result: bitterness. Literally and figuratively.Wi-Fi: If you enquire (you have to- theres no signage visible) theyll tell you its been spotty for months...A coffee shop in 2020, with 1990s WiFi? Cmon Sola! 🔋🌞Power: There are #zero power outlets available for guests.There is an outlet box outdoors, crudely locked shut with twisted wire.If you ask- youll be informed that the outlet is for OUR USE ONLY- and by that she was actually saying- That outlet is NOT for YOUR use.Sola Surveillance State:Despite there not being a single power outlet for guest use on the entire rear patio- Solas management did determine that their guests would enjoy being surveilled and monitored- perhaps to feel safer as they looked in vain for napkins, sugar, creamer, a trash can, Wifi, a power outlet or a bathroom?It wouldve been simple enough to run power down from their #BigBrother camera and installed a few outlets for emergency #Pandemic😷 recharges- but that wouldve required considering the wants and needs of their patrons- which Covid has clearly decimated.Bathrooms: If you ask about restrooms, be prepared to be brusqely directed to a Food Lion across the parking lot with that timeless sorry, not sorry, idgaf about your problem vibe.Ive visited Sola in years past and always enjoyed the experience.Based on todays experience, Ill let Sola fully recover from this pandemic and get back into the business of providing thoughtful accomodations for their patrons before I return.I dont see any need to pay good money to be treated like a human Coronavirus.All that said- most folks there appeared quite satisfied (resigned to) with the state of affairs.Dear Management:I genuinely empathize with your plight, despite the fact that you seem to have given very little consideration to mine😉When I stepped into the dining room (oops) there were 8-10 adults, masked and unmasked, going about their business.Aside from the woman placing the #YouAreABiohazard marker on our table, I never witnessed a single employee engaging with a guest in a constructive manner aside from:- No Bathroom for You- No Power Outlet for You- Doubtful Wifi For YouHonestly, Ive only penned 2 or 3 critical business reviews in my 45 years. I arrived at Sola in a great mood.It takes alot for me to stop what Im doing and suggest that our neighbors temper their expectations with a business. But here we are.Id be happy to share my thoughts with you (gratis) on how to #Resist the pandemic while ALSO providing your guests with an A+ customer experience.It seems to this point that youve considered those outcomes as mutually exclusive- they most definitely are not.I left my business card behind to assist you in straightening out your Wi-Fi- your guests and employees will thank you later.Thanks for letting me share!IC

I love Sola! I really cant say enough positive things. The coffee is Counter Culture so its always great because its a quality bean and they do a wonderful job with pour overs. Been so cool to see Sola evolve over the past couple years and really become a Raleigh staple. Its a place where you feel welcome and comfortable. They have a great pop up market once a month featuring local makers. Their food is also great, not huge portion sizes but no one typically wants that at a coffee shop. My favorite breakfast sandwich is the Greystone; it has a maple sirracha sauce on it that really makes the sandwich. The service is great and the owners truly love Raleigh and their customers.

I love this place! The iced lattes and cappuccinos are my favorite! They use milk from a local creamery and the skim milk tastes much creamier than the chain coffee shops. Everyone that works at Sola is so friendly and knowledgeable about what they are serving. What I love the very most about this cafe is that they are locally owned and use as many local ingredients as possible in their food and drinks. Local coffee roasters, local dairy, local produce and you can even purchase fresh flowers from local flower farms 3 days a week! They sell local honey, candles, cards and more! If you like great coffee and delicious healthy food while supporting local, you will love Sola Coffee Cafe❤️☕️🥗💐🍯

The greatest coffee shop in the area, everyone is so friendly, and they brew some serious coffee!

This is such a great coffee shop. I will say that parking can be hectic. The mini donuts are delicious as are the flat bread pizzas. Sola does serve beer and wine as well. It is a great gather place for us in the evening.

I love this coffee shop! It has a super cute vibe and everyone is very nice. I came here to do my homework one day and it was great. I also got a smoothie which was delicious, and I liked that they had more options than just coffee (I dont like coffee). 10/10 recommend!

Flavors Ive tried: pumpkin, cinnamon sugar, espresso, and apple cider with the caramel dipping sauce . All of them were hot and sweet and delicious. The espresso flavor was recommended to me most recently by one of the baristas and I think thats the only donut Ill be ordering from now on.

We absolutely love Sola! The bowls are amazing for a weekday lunch! Highly recommend this great place to others - you won’t be disappointed!

This is my current favorite cafe in Raleigh. The food and drinks are both amazing, and everyone who works here is really nice. Make sure you try their hot mini doughnuts when you come; theyre fried fresh and they are AMAZING. They also make all their syrups for drinks in-house, and if you like chai and maple, you should try a chai latte with the maple-cinnamon syrup.

Awesome owners, coffee, food, decor, and always consistent.

In addition to having delicious food and coffee, their customer service is world-class. I picked up a small catering order and realized they had forgotten an item when I made it home. I contacted them and they ended up driving to my house to bring me the item they forgot. I would have been fine returning to Sola to pick it up but they assured me they preferred to bring it to me. Thank you Sola for your incredible customer service!

Great kids menu. Crowded at lunch.

Everything here is so so good! My favorites are the veggie quinoa bowl & the salmon avocado toast. The mini donuts are amazing, it’s a must when coming here!!

I ordered for curbside pickup. You have to park your car at a specific point outside the restaurant, but they dont tell you that over the phone and the signage outside is not clear. I also got home to find that the vegetarian sandwich I ordered was replaced with a roast beef sandwich. I called back and they replaced it, but they could have prevented an additional twenty minute round trip if they would just read back the order over the phone. I also found a triangular piece of sheet plastic in my salad that I assume came from cutting up a bag of salad greens.The food itself was good, but not outstanding.

I had an amazing skinny latte with a flu shot. The flue shot was a green juice shot with ginger and some other tasty goodness. This is an awesome gem in North Raleigh. Cant wait to go back.

Wonderful atmosphere full of natural light and an inviting charm

Always a wonderful experience going to Sola! Warm staff and a cozy environment, even during these troubling times. My recommendation is the cinnamon hot minis paired with an almond latte.

Love this place! Outside is open and the environment is relaxing and cordial.

Very busy place with loyal clientele. Good service personnel, good selections of coffee and tea, and sandwiches, and sweets for any time of day.

This is an awesome lunch spot in Raleigh. The outdoor seating selection is also great!

Best coffee shop in America. If youre driving through Raleigh this is a mandatory stop.Get the mini donuts!

Solas coffee, juice bar and lunch menu are delicious and delectably diverse especially for a small cafe. I would go so far as to say Sola is one of the true hidden gems of North Raleigh. The trick is to call your order in advance and grab a table our back once you pick it up.

Favorite coffee shop hands down. Employees are great and can’t find better tasking coffee in the triangle!

Good real coffee! Trendy, hip, fun place to get coffee with friends or great for a study day!!!!

I love Sola Coffee. Ive met with friends, worked here, seen a local band here and now regularly drive through for a sandwich and coffee. The coffee is delicious with a variety of milk and non-dairy options. Sola is known for their amazing tiny donuts, but their other food (smoothies, sandwiches, avocado toast, etc.) also never disappoint. The baristas seem to be a big group of friends and seeing how much they enjoy working with each other, almost always laughing and grinning about something, puts a smile on my face every time. There are seasonal wifi hours, which can be frustrating, but its part of what Sola is. During the pandemic, theyve created a walk up and drive through curbside pickup system and are clearly taking precautions seriously. If youre in the area, stop by for a coffee and some donuts. Especially if they have a special flavor that day.

Love the food, drinks and staff! Always a pleasure.

Decided to make a pit stop here on my way to Fayetteville and I’m so glad I did! Ordered an iced chai with oat milk and the smoked salmon bagel sandwich. I’m literally drooling and a little mad that they’re not closer to home lol super sweet staff and awesome food. Highly recommend

Cozy, casual environment with top notch coffee. Their chai Latte and cappuccino are my absolute favorite. There is nothing quite like drinking from an actual mug rather than a paper cup.

That latte hit me HARD I came in sleepy got that $5 latte n 2 hours later i just started 3 companies 2 of which are in the fortune 500

Love this place. Plenty of outdoor seating and the staff is always extremely friendly. Tasty coffee, breakfast sandwiches, and donuts.

Great food... the blueberry scones were everything

Amazing!!!! Love the food! I had the protein bowl. It is delicious :)

Just had my first experience with Sola, and I am very impressed! I had to do curbside pick up with covid, but I can’t wait to go back when they are fully functioning. The environment looks very aesthetically pleasing & service was very inviting. Coffee & food was delicious & reasonably priced for organic goodness. Will be back soon :))

We really love this place, the protein bowl is fresh, delicious & amazing, as are the little fresh made donuts.The coffee is *really disgusting* but I love everything else weve had here. :)

Love this spot! Full menu. Wine, beer and coffee. Great atmosphere.

Have to sit outside. Coffee is overrated but the doughnuts are good.

I came here for the first time a few weeks ago and the staff was so rude to me. I did not realize the pick up line was drive thru - my passenger side window is very difficult to open as it is not automatic - so I chose to stand in line like many many other people were doing to pick up their order and told the woman bringing my coffee to me this. She was so rude and said I shouldn’t tell them I’m picking it up one way of I’m not going to follow directions and rolled her eyes at me. I told her I wasn’t given directions or told I had to pick up through my car - and everyone else who was behind me was picking up an order too so I don’t know why she was so upset at me.I tried to go back again - all I wanted was a coffee mug that said I believe in Raleigh. I came after 1 which is when you can go inside for orders, not that I knew that until I got here because google just shows they’re open until 3, but there were at least 3 staff inside and I knocked on the door and no one would even look at me or even ask what I wanted. They are still open - I was there before closing but they just chose to ignore me. It’s not worth it to go here even though it’s cute if the staff is going to be rude all the time. I will give it one more chance and change my review of the experience is better but 2 times staff has acted like I’m a bother and they don’t want to be there..

Sola makes you feel right at home. We love how getting a cup of coffee from Sola feels like sitting down in our own living room. John, the owner, is usually there and will greet you with a handshake and a warm smile. They serve delicious coffee, toast bar, and the mini donuts are a revelation! Love Sola!

Great coffee, food and atmosphere!

If I could give a 0/5 stars I would. My bf and I went here as per recommendation on Reddit and was only impressed by the aesthetic of the coffee shop. As we ordered, we were the first people to get there to order and the last people to be given our coffee because they changed baristas. The service was average at best, seen better service elsewhere. Also, we both ordered two differently flavored lattes and it tasted identical so they forgot to put the flavor in there. Later on, both my boyfriend and I got extremely nauseous by the whole milk they put in the latte. Maybe a bad batch of whole milk. I would not recommend going back or if you do, make sure to get something other than the latte.

Great coffee! Food and environment!

My coffee go-to!! And the donuts dont hurt either!

Excellent service! Best curbside system. I called in the order ahead of time. It was ready and their team was working together to make the line go quickly. Well done!

Simply the best coffee shop I have ever been to in the United States. I travel from Texas here and make hotel accommodations just to be near this coffee shop

Excellent service and wonderful small plates. Even though its usually crowded, I have never had to wait long for a space to sit.

This is one my absolute favorite places for coffee! They serve my favorite brand, Counter Culture coffee. The pour over is one of my favorites to order. Their baked goods like the brownie and local ice cream from Julian NC is amazing! The space always has a good energy and vibe to it, inside and out!

Delicious food. Loved the maple cinnamon latte and very good service. Cute area even with rona going on. I would definitely recommend!

Had a tasty and artful latte today with a friend who recommended Sola. He was so right! Delicious and beautiful! Enjoyed a scrumptious brownie loaded with chocolate chips, too! A wonderful spot to gather for catching up with a friend, escape with a book or pop open a laptop. Loved my first trip to Sola! Love their emphasis on I Believe in Raleigh, too.