Take a leisurely walk through the bistro, where nourishing food, exceptional espresso, authentic art, and unique design await. Discover your new community …
The Independent Bistro for Arts and Culture. Albemarle’s new café, gallery & Makers Place. Try new flavors. Stay for art, community & workshops. Restaurant …
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Joshua Sloop
So not enough nice things to say about this new addition to Albemarle. Nothing like this in the area, truly authentic and cultural food made with fresh ingredients and freshly prepared. Portions are huge and the taste is exceptional and flavorful. The balance of flavors is harmony in your mouth with everything synchronized for wonderful depth of flavors. They change up their speciality menu items per week and have a wide selection of typical menu items like Chicken shawarma wraps and bowls. The owner came out and explained the menu items and how the restaurant is counter service and clean up after yourself and was very friendly in everything. The chef came out and explained the way things were prepared and spent time with us tableside about checking on us and making sure we were satisfied with the food. Will definitely be back from time to time. If you are looking for out of the normal items and enjoy cultural food and experience new things this is definitely a must try place. Support local eat local…highly recommend.
… moreWill Jenkins
An amazing place to sit to have food and coffee. They had an amazing atmosphere and the food was very tasty and filling, I will definitely be coming back to try all the other menu items. And the pastries were amazing for dessert.
… moreDanielle Edwards
If I could eat here everyday I could. This area has needed something like this… since forever. Flavorful food, fresh and healthy, Mediterranean vibes, and more. Plus supporting small local business and her love of sharing food and bringing the community together.
… moreChelsey Murphy
Absolutely fantastic service, coffee, and food. I got a Spanish coffee and the chicken/rice bowl. All delicious. The ladies were extremely sweet. Made my coffee perfect and heated it up for me. This was really nice to relax after the week I’ve had. Love the atmosphere. So excited to have this here. They also have gluten free options. Oat milk for coffee.
… moreCassandra Barlow
Stopped in to pickup lunch this week and I already can’t wait to go back – bring a book or a craft and hang out for an afternoon! Cozy and welcoming spot, great artwork, and the pastries look amazing. Their Chicken salad is delicious!!
… moreJulie Simpson
Absolutely wonderful place! Food was scrumptious. Well portioned not too much not too little. After our lunch, we had a delicious coffee! Everyone there was delightful with smiles! Will definitely be back again!
… moreLaura S
As out-of-towners I feel lucky this is where we chose to stop for a hot drink and a bite. The owner was so welcoming and the ambience in here is unbelievably charming with so much art and light colors. The babbling of the fountain in the background while I ate my slice of orange cake and drank my chai was the perfect soothing backdrop to the end of a long afternoon. I will be looking for excuses to drop in and visit again!
… moreMyles Mabry
Great atmosphere, great food/coffee, and great service! I absolutely adore the employees and owner, such sweet people, always smiling! I highly recommend checking them out. 11/10
… moreTania Z
I was really happy to be here, you have good food and great employees!
… moreBebe Harrington
I ate lunch today and was very pleased with the food, service and lovely eclectic atmosphere and very relaxing! The staff was very kind and courteous! I highly recommend you stop by and try them out. Thank you to all the friendly staff. I wish you all nothing but the best! Thank you for, in my opinion, a 5-star experience today!
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