5 Cafes in Downtown, Greensboro NC for Great Desserts
Updated 11 October 2026 · 5 cafes in Downtown, Greensboro NC considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide covers five places in the Downtown Greensboro NC area that Google lists for great desserts, ranked by rating. It is written for people looking for a sweet treat with coffee, tea or a meal nearby. Five qualifying businesses were considered, so the list reflects the places that carry the dessert listing and have enough reviews to rank. Each entry lists what the business offers and what reviewers mention.
#1
33 & Elm Coffee House
★ 4.9 (207 Google reviews)Cafe$1–10 per person
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33 and Elm Coffee House on West Gate City Boulevard has a 4.9 rating from 207 Google reviews. It lists great coffee, great dessert, great tea, vegan and vegetarian options, outdoor seating and Wi-Fi, and it is good for working on a laptop. It opens at 6:30 am on weekdays, runs 7:30 am to 4 pm on Saturdays, and is closed on Sundays. Reviewers mention a cozy, welcoming space, a cold brew with free refills, and staff who greet every customer.
Best for: Coffee, desserts and laptop work
- Address
- 924 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27403, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6:30 am–5:30 pm; Mon 6:30 am–8 pm; Sat 7:30 am–4 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 6:30 am–5:30 pm; Tue 6:30 am–8 pm; Wed 6:30 am–5:30 pm
#2
718 Cafecito
★ 4.8 (191 Google reviews)Coffee shop$10–20 per person
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718 Cafecito on Spring Garden Street has a 4.8 rating from 191 Google reviews. It lists great coffee, great dessert, breakfast, brunch, lunch, vegan options and outdoor seating. Hours are 7 am to 5 pm from Tuesday through Friday and 9 am to 5 pm on weekends, and it is closed on Mondays. Reviewers mention a Nutella and banana crepe with coffee and a friendly owner. One reviewer found the dining room dark, and another arrived on a Sunday to find the door closed despite posted hours.
Best for: Crepes, breakfast and coffee
- Address
- 3612 Spring Garden St # A, Greensboro, NC 27407, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–5 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 9 am–5 pm; Sun 9 am–5 pm; Thu 7 am–5 pm; Tue 7 am–5 pm; Wed 7 am–5 pm
#3
Chandler's
★ 4.7 (151 Google reviews)Coffee shop$10–20 per person
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Chandler's on South Elm Street has a 4.7 rating from 151 Google reviews. It lists great coffee, great dessert, fresh pastries, many coffee syrups and milks including macadamia nut, vegan options, live music, and beer and cocktails. It opens at 7 am on most days and closes between 8 pm and 10 pm, with a listed price range of $10 to $20. Reviewers mention local artists' work on display, coffee that tastes like coffee rather than milk, and a pool table for later crowds.
Best for: Coffee, pastries and live music
- Address
- 341 S Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27401, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–10 pm; Mon 7 am–8 pm; Sat 8 am–10 pm; Sun 8 am–8 pm; Thu 7 am–8 pm; Tue 7 am–8 pm; Wed 7 am–8 pm
#4
BomBom Cafe
★ 4.6 (131 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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BomBom Cafe on West Market Street has a 4.6 rating from 131 Google reviews. It lists great coffee, great dessert, breakfast, brunch, comfort food, Wi-Fi and a restroom, and Google describes it as casual, cozy and trendy. Hours are 10 am to 8 pm from Monday through Saturday, and it is closed on Sundays. Reviewers mention a strawberry snow cup, matcha and red velvet lattes, a hottok, bright colorful decor, and soup they enjoyed. One reviewer had a mixed service experience close to closing time.
Best for: Snow cups, matcha and cozy seating
- Address
- 4929 W Market St Ste 2102, Greensboro, NC 27407, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–8 pm; Mon 10 am–8 pm; Sat 10 am–8 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 10 am–8 pm; Tue 10 am–8 pm; Wed 10 am–8 pm
#5
‘Cille and ‘Scoe
★ 4.3 (754 Google reviews)New American restaurant$20–30 per person
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'Cille and 'Scoe on South Elm Street is listed as a New American restaurant with a 4.3 rating from 754 Google reviews and a listed price range of $20 to $30. It lists great cocktails, a great wine list, great dessert, outdoor seating, takeaway, and breakfast, lunch and dinner service. Google identifies it as Black-owned and women-owned. Reviewers praise the farm-to-table food, a brunch with a brown sugar mimosa and pancakes, and a reservation that was handled quickly over email.
Best for: Farm-to-table dinner, brunch and cocktails
- Address
- 312 S Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27401, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–3 pm, 5–10 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–3 pm, 5–10 pm; Sun 10 am–3 pm; Thu 5–9 pm; Tue Closed; Wed 5–9 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 5 cafes in Downtown, Greensboro NC with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Great dessert”, 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
- ‘Cille and ‘Scoe takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, 33 & Elm Coffee House opens at 6:30 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?
33 & Elm Coffee House ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 207 reviews. 718 Cafecito is second at 4.8 from 191 reviews.
Which cafes in Downtown, Greensboro NC are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Chandler's, at 10 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: 33 & Elm Coffee House $1–10; 718 Cafecito $10–20; Chandler's $10–20; BomBom Cafe $1–10; ‘Cille and ‘Scoe $20–30.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for 33 & Elm Coffee House, 718 Cafecito, Chandler's, BomBom Cafe and ‘Cille and ‘Scoe.
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