5 Best Cafes in Greensboro NC
Updated 11 October 2026 · 10 cafes in Greensboro NC considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list ranks cafes in Greensboro NC using Google ratings weighted by review count, with a minimum of 300 reviews per business. It considered 10 qualifying businesses before choosing these five. It helps people looking for coffee, tea, bagels, cheesecake or a quiet place to sit, and it suits both locals and visitors passing through. Each entry shows the Google category, rating, listed hours, price range where available, address and themes from reviewer comments. The order follows the ranking method only and is not a personal visit or endorsement.
#1
Dear Dad’s Restaurant Downtown
★ 4.9 (1,455 Google reviews)New American restaurant
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Dear Dad’s Restaurant Downtown is a New American restaurant at 219-A S Elm St, open daily from 7 am to 9 pm, rated 4.9 from 1,455 Google reviews. Reviewers mention Birria tacos, red velvet waffles with chicken, blueberry hush puppies, an iced latte and large portions. Some say waits of 10 to 25 minutes at busy times were worth it. Wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating and toilet are listed.
Best for: Brunch-style plates and iced lattes
- Address
- 219-A S Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27401, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–9 pm
#2
Crooked Tail Cat Cafe
★ 4.9 (998 Google reviews)Non-profit organization
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Crooked Tail Cat Cafe is a non-profit cat cafe at 604 S Elm St, rated 4.9 from 998 Google reviews. It is open Tuesday through Thursday from noon to 7 pm, Friday through Sunday from 11 am to 7 pm, and closed on Mondays. Reviewers mention cats with room to climb and nap, a clean and cozy space, hot chocolate, a London fog drink and a team that cares for the cats. Reviewers suggest booking ahead, note tight parking and say the cats are available for adoption.
Best for: Cat visits and warm drinks
- Address
- 604 S Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27406, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–7 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–7 pm; Sun 11 am–7 pm; Thu 12–7 pm; Tue 12–7 pm; Wed 12–7 pm
#3
SIP LAB
★ 4.9 (422 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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SIP LAB is a coffee shop at 1603 Battleground Ave A, rated 4.9 from 422 Google reviews, with a listed price range of $1 to $10. It opens at 6 am on weekdays and 8 am on weekends, and offers dine-in, takeaway, delivery, Wi-Fi and a rewards program. Reviewers mention matcha that can be made strong or sweet, a biscoff latte and croffles, and describe the space as quiet and relaxed. Attributes include family friendly and LGBTQ+ friendly, with wheelchair-accessible seating and toilet.
Best for: Matcha, lattes and croffles
- Address
- 1603 Battleground Ave A, Greensboro, NC 27408, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6 am–10 pm; Mon 6 am–10 pm; Sat 8 am–10 pm; Sun 8 am–10 pm; Thu 6 am–10 pm; Tue 6 am–10 pm; Wed 6 am–10 pm
#4
Union Coffee
★ 4.8 (425 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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Union Coffee is a coffee shop at 216 W Friendly Ave, rated 4.8 from 425 Google reviews. It is open Monday through Saturday from 7 am to 4 pm and on Sundays from 8 am to 4 pm. Reviewers mention bagels including an asiago cheese bagel, a berry flavored drink that was not too sweet, quick service and good beans. One reviewer calls it the best coffee in Greensboro. Wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance and seating are listed.
Best for: Bagels and coffee drinks
- Address
- 216 W Friendly Ave, Greensboro, NC 27401, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–4 pm; Mon 7 am–4 pm; Sat 7 am–4 pm; Sun 8 am–4 pm; Thu 7 am–4 pm; Tue 7 am–4 pm; Wed 7 am–4 pm
#5
Cheesecakes by Alex
★ 4.7 (2,741 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop$1–10 per person
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Cheesecakes by Alex is a bakery and cake shop at 315 S Elm St, rated 4.7 from 2,741 Google reviews, with a listed price range of $1 to $10. It is open daily, typically from 7:30 am until 10 or 11 pm, and offers coffee, breakfast items, dine-in, takeaway and delivery. Reviewers mention cheesecake flavors such as plain, chocolate raspberry, banana and creme brulee, along with coconut macaroons and a relaxed seating area. Some note that street parking is limited.
Best for: Cheesecake slices and coffee
- Address
- 315 S Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27401, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7:30 am–11 pm; Mon 7:30 am–10 pm; Sat 8 am–11 pm; Sun 10 am–10 pm; Thu 7:30 am–10 pm; Tue 7:30 am–10 pm; Wed 7:30 am–10 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 10 cafes in Greensboro NC with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then ranked by weighted Google rating across the city, 300 reviews minimum. 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
- For an early start, SIP LAB opens at 6 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?
Dear Dad’s Restaurant Downtown ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 1,455 reviews. Crooked Tail Cat Cafe is second at 4.9 from 998 reviews.
Which cafes in Greensboro NC are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Cheesecakes by Alex, at 11 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: SIP LAB $1–10; Cheesecakes by Alex $1–10. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Crooked Tail Cat Cafe, SIP LAB and Cheesecakes by Alex.
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