Iris Coffee Lab

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Saint Mary's School can be on your route by default, the clients' recommendation is to visit this cafe. Ordering good breakfast bagels, egg sandwiches and avocado toasts is what many visitors recommend. Tasty croissants, marzipan and doughnuts have an appetizing taste. You will be offered great iced vanilla latte, vanilla iced coffee or espresso.

The cozy atmosphere of Iris Coffee Lab allows guests to relax after a hard working day. The positive aspect of this place is that the staff is cute. If you want to experience prompt service, you should go to this spot. Prices are found affordable here. As a lot of reviewers remark, the decor of this cafe is nice. Google users like Iris Coffee Lab: it was granted 4.6 stars.

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Abigail Lilly Request content removal
I had a horrible experience at Iris. The customer service was not inviting, the atmosphere was sterile and there was almost no seating so we had to sit outside where it smelled like trash and the loc sandwich was not worth the money and was sloppily made. I would not recommend going here at all. Food: 2 Service: 1 Atmosphere: 1 Order type: Dine in Price per person: $20–30
nguyet nguyen Request content removal
Easily the best matcha in town. Have to go back and try their coffee next. Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4
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Iris Coffee Lab is where you bring the friend who can tell you the origin of a bean after one sip, who gets excited about extraction methods and tasting notes, and who genuinely believes coffee deserves the same reverence as a fine bottle of wine. Iris isn't trying to be trendy: it is unapologetically devoted to the craft. The interior reflects that philosophy. A restrained palette of white, charcoal, and soft gray keeps distractions to a minimum, allowing every cup to remain the focal point. It's clean, modern, and intentionally understated. If you're someone who typically reaches for cream and sugar, I'd encourage you to order at least one cup black. Iris sources and roasts exceptional coffee, and tasting it without distractions is the best way to appreciate the nuance and balance that have earned the café such a devoted following. That said, the seasonal menu is every bit as thoughtful. On this visit, I ordered the Mango Sticky Rice Matcha Latte, a drink layered with tropical sweetness, creamy matcha, and just enough complexity to keep each sip interesting. The final few sips, where all of the flavors settled together, were unexpectedly my favorite part. My brother-in-law chose Iris's signature blueberry-forward latte, while my niece ordered the house-made chai. Before she'd even finished half the cup, she looked up and declared, "This is the best chai I've ever had." Her father, after trying it himself, agreed without hesitation. The breakfast menu compliments the beverage program well, offering thoughtfully prepared dishes that feel every bit as intentional as the drinks. Like many destination coffee shops, Iris tends to attract people who settle in for a while. Laptops are open across nearly every table, conversations are minimal, and the room has the focused energy of a shared studio rather than a bustling café. Because of the open design, voices travel easily, making it a better place for quiet work than lively catch-ups. The café is meticulously maintained, including spotless restrooms that reflect the same attention to detail found throughout the space. Parking can require a bit of patience, though I've almost always managed to find a spot without too much trouble. Iris Coffee Lab isn't trying to appeal to everyone, and that's exactly what makes it special. It's a café for people who care about coffee, how it's sourced, brewed, and experienced. In a city with no shortage of coffee shops, Iris has carved out a distinct identity by putting craftsmanship ahead of trends, creating a destination that's as much about curiosity as it is about caffeine. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4 Order type: Dine in Meal type: Breakfast Price per person: $20–30
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725 Tucker St
Raleigh, North Carolina, USA
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725 Tucker St, Raleigh, North Carolina, USA
Features
Outdoor seating Wheelchair accessible Сredit cards accepted Wi-Fi Takeaway Parking
Opening hours
SundaySun 8AM-5PM
MondayMon 8AM-5PM
TuesdayTue 8AM-5PM
WednesdayWed 8AM-5PM
ThursdayThu 8AM-5PM
FridayFri 8AM-5PM
SaturdaySat 8AM-5PM
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