5 Best Family-Friendly Cafes in Downtown, Durham NC
Updated 11 October 2026 · 5 cafes in Downtown, Durham NC considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers five cafes in downtown Durham NC that Google lists as family friendly. The cafes are ranked by Google rating, and five qualifying businesses were considered. Each entry includes hours, a price range where Google shows one, and features such as seating, Wi-Fi and accessibility. The blurbs summarize what reviewers mention, so use them as a starting point before you visit. Check the hours, since some cafes close early in the afternoon.
#1
Cocoa Cinnamon
★ 4.6 (1,236 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Cocoa Cinnamon is a coffee shop at 2013 Chapel Hill Rd with a 4.6 rating from 1,236 reviews and a Google price range of $1 to $10. It is open daily from 7:30 am to 7 pm on weekdays and from 8 am to 7 pm on weekends. Reviewers mention iced mocha lattes, blueberry cream cheese danishes, and churros coated in flavored sugar. Several say the seating works well with indoor and outdoor tables, though parking can be tight in the afternoon. Google lists vegan options, breakfast, and wheelchair-accessible seating.
Best for: Churros, coffee and laptop work
- Address
- 2013 Chapel Hill Rd Ste A, Durham, NC 27707, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7:30 am–7 pm; Mon 7:30 am–7 pm; Sat 8 am–7 pm; Sun 8 am–7 pm; Thu 7:30 am–7 pm; Tue 7:30 am–7 pm; Wed 7:30 am–7 pm
#2
Omie's Coffee Shop and Roastery
★ 4.6 (297 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Omie's Coffee Shop and Roastery is a coffee shop at 2300 N Roxboro St with a 4.6 rating from 297 reviews and a Google price range of $1 to $10. It is closed on Monday and open Tuesday through Friday from 7 am to 3 pm, with weekend hours from 8 am to 4 pm. Reviewers mention specialty drinks with layered flavors, a brown cow, and a cold brew. Several say service stays quick even when the line is long. Opinions on flavor vary, with some finding certain drinks watery. Google lists beer, wine and a bar on site.
Best for: Specialty coffee drinks and a roastery
- Address
- 2300 N Roxboro St, Durham, NC 27704, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–3 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 8 am–4 pm; Sun 8 am–4 pm; Thu 7 am–3 pm; Tue 7 am–3 pm; Wed 7 am–3 pm
#3
Aaktun Coffee, Restaurant and Bar
★ 4.5 (600 Google reviews)Yucatan restaurant$20–30 per person
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Aaktun Coffee, Restaurant and Bar is a Yucatan-style restaurant at 704 Ramseur St with a 4.5 rating from 600 reviews and a Google price range of $20 to $30. It is open daily, with late hours on Friday and Saturday until 11 pm. Reviewers mention chicken skewers, papaya salad, snapper ceviche, steak and salmon, and a menu with cocktails and wine. Several praise the attentive service during birthday celebrations and pre-show dinners. Google lists kerbside pickup, delivery, and wheelchair-accessible seating and entrance.
Best for: Yucatan dishes and cocktails
- Address
- 704 Ramseur St, Durham, NC 27701, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–11 pm; Mon 7 am–10 pm; Sat 7 am–11 pm; Sun 8 am–8:30 pm; Thu 7 am–10 pm; Tue 7 am–10 pm; Wed 7 am–10 pm
#4
Montwood Café
★ 4.9 (55 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Montwood Café is a coffee shop at 123 Market St in downtown Durham with a 4.9 rating from 55 reviews and a Google price range of $1 to $10. It is open daily from 7 am to 3 pm. Reviewers mention cappuccinos, cortados, matcha, and an oat bar with jam at the breakfast counter. Several describe an open layout with a calm atmosphere, and say the owner is friendly and helpful with questions. Google lists Wi-Fi, a family friendly and LGBTQ+ friendly setting, and wheelchair-accessible seating.
Best for: Matcha, cortados and breakfast bar
- Address
- 123 Market St Ste a, Durham, NC 27701, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–3 pm
#5
SoMii Café & Gifts
★ 4.9 (52 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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SoMii Café & Gifts is a cafe and gift shop at 810 9th St with a 4.9 rating from 52 reviews and a Google price range of $1 to $10. It is open daily, with hours from 7:30 am on weekdays and 9:30 am on weekends, until 8:30 pm. Reviewers mention matcha soft serve, a passion fruit lemon sparkle, strawberry matcha floats, and a hojicha latte float. Several say the toys and gifts are a highlight for children. Google lists free Wi-Fi, free parking, and a family friendly and cozy setting.
Best for: Matcha drinks, floats and gifts
- Address
- 810 9th St Ste 128, Durham, NC 27705, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7:30 am–8:30 pm; Mon 7:30 am–8:30 pm; Sat 9:30 am–8:30 pm; Sun 9:30 am–8:30 pm; Thu 7:30 am–8:30 pm; Tue 7:30 am–8:30 pm; Wed 7:30 am–8:30 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 5 cafes in Downtown, Durham NC with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Family friendly”, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Aaktun Coffee, Restaurant and Bar takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Omie's Coffee Shop and Roastery opens at 7 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated cafe on this list?
Cocoa Cinnamon ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.6 from 1,236 reviews. Omie's Coffee Shop and Roastery is second at 4.6 from 297 reviews.
Which cafes in Downtown, Durham NC are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Aaktun Coffee, Restaurant and Bar, at 11 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Cocoa Cinnamon $1–10; Omie's Coffee Shop and Roastery $1–10; Aaktun Coffee, Restaurant and Bar $20–30; Montwood Café $1–10; SoMii Café & Gifts $1–10.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Cocoa Cinnamon, Omie's Coffee Shop and Roastery, Aaktun Coffee, Restaurant and Bar, Montwood Café and SoMii Café & Gifts.
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