Coffee Republic Trade Street — Restaurant in Charlotte

Came here the other day to grab some matcha after a long night. This spot caught my friends eye, so we finally decided to check it out.

First impression—it’s super clean, aesthetically pleasing, and has a good amount of space whether you want to sit inside or chill outside. It’s a cute place to catch up with work on a laptop or catch up with friends.

We were greeted right away, and the vibe was really welcoming. I ordered a tea and the strawberry matcha that’s been trending lately. I had to tweak it a bit—oat milk instead of regular and no cold foam since I’m lactose intolerant. The cashier was super patient, especially since I was ordering tea for a friend and we were a little all over the place with flavors. Shoutout to both the cashier and barista! They were both really kind and helpful.

Now, the matcha was just okay for me. Not bad, but not something I’d rush back for. That said, my friends really liked their drinks, so I think I just didn’t pick the right thing.

I’d come back to try one of their coffee options and hopefully sit around. The space is inviting and I saw outlets, which is...

Was staying in Charlotte on biz and decided to check this place out this morning, as I was tired of hotel coffee. The cold brew was a bit too bitter and acidic, and didn’t have any nutty or other flavor profile notes. I had the avocado toast as well, and although the bread and avocado were good, there was way too much chili flakes on it, which overpowered the whole dish. The staff was very nice, but unfortunately disorganized. It wasn’t at all busy when I went in, maybe six people. With three staff behind the counter, one should each have a job on the production line (I.e., cashier/cold brews; barista; food). But they all did everything and so orders got missed, and it took way too long - and then forgot my cold brew. The atmosphere is pleasant and clean. But if this is going to become a franchise chain, they need to step up their service and...

I passed by this place last week on my way to work, and this week I finally decided to give it a try. It’s a fantastic spot for morning coffee and breakfast. Unlike the typical “cozy” cafes with often awkward seating and odd decor choices, this one offers plenty of standard, comfortable tables and chairs - ideal for staying focused and getting things done if you try to sync up with work. It has a bright, inviting morning vibe. A large central counter adds a lot of character to the space, and it's practical, too. The equipment looks high-end, and the food and coffee are genuinely excellent. Everything is pleasantly clean, and the service is warm and welcoming. Highly...